Deputy Sheriff Steven S. Watson, King County Sheriff's Office, Washington

Deputy Sheriff Steven S. Watson

King County Sheriff's Office, Washington

End of Watch Monday, July 9, 1934

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Steven S. Watson

Deputy Watson was shot and killed while on duty in the business district of Seattle. A mob of strike agitators attacked the unarmed deputy and beat and shot him to death.

Nine men, including Deputy Watson, were killed during the 83 days Longshore Strike, and a little more than 1000 were injured. Deputy Watson's killer(s) were never identified.

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Age 48
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender At large

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Deputy Sheriff Watson,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of King County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 9, 2024