Deputy Sheriff Atticus Haygood Ellzey, Levy County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Deputy Sheriff Atticus Haygood Ellzey

Levy County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Sunday, January 28, 1945

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Atticus Haygood Ellzey

Deputy Sheriff Atticus Ellzey was shot and killed in Otter Creek after being lured into a wooded area by two men.

Moments earlier Deputy Ellzey had asked the two white men to leave an African American hangout to avoid having any problems between the white and black citizens.

As he entered the wooded area he was shot by the men. He was taken to a local doctor's office where he was able to identify the men who shot him.

Both were arrested and sentenced to life in prison.

Deputy Ellzey was survived by his wife and 14 children.

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Age 63
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Sentenced to life

ambush, retaliation

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Deputy Sheriff Ellzay,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Levy County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 28, 2025