United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Thursday, July 31, 1890
Add to My HeroesDavid Sigemore
Deputy Marshal Sigemore was shot and killed by a prisoner while taking the man to Fort Smith, Arkansas, to face trial for murder. The two had made camp near Okmulgee. During the night the prisoner was able to grab a Winchester rifle and shot Deputy Marshal Sigemore, killing him.
The suspect remained at large for 4 years before being murdered by two friends who intended to collect the $500 reward for his capture.
Deputy Marshal Sigemore had served with the agency for 11 months.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 11 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Oklahoma
- Weapon Rifle; Winchester
- Offender Shot and killed
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