Lackawanna County Sheriff's Office, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, September 9, 1921
Add to My HeroesSamuel Robert Evans
Deputy Evans was shot and killed when he was mistaken for a bootlegging suspect while conducting an investigation.
Deputy Evans had served with the agency for 4 years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Evans,
On today, the 100th anniversary your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lackawanna County.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 9, 2021
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