United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Wednesday, August 2, 1939
Add to My HeroesWhit Gullette Wright
Deputy Marshal Whit Wright was killed in an automobile accident in Perquimans County, North Carolina.
Deputy Marshal Wright had previously served as sheriff of the county from 1921 - 1922. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location North Carolina
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View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace Deputy US Marshal Wright.
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