Chief of Police Keith Judd, Caldwell Police Department, Idaho

Chief of Police Keith Judd

Caldwell Police Department, Idaho

End of Watch Wednesday, March 3, 1965

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Keith Judd

Chief Judd succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained almost four years earlier when he was shot in the neck by a 13-year-old juvenile sniper. Chief Judd was paralyzed from the shot and died as a result. The sniper also shot and seriously wounded an Ada County deputy. The deputy was permanently disabled.

The suspect was released from prison on February 24, 1964.

Chief Judd had been with the agency for 10 years and was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 10 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, August 28, 1961
Weapon Rifle
Offender Released in 1964

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Chief Judd,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Caldwell. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 3, 2025