Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, Washington
End of Watch Thursday, December 29, 1864
Add to My HeroesWilliam W. Armstrong
Sheriff Armstrong died after contracting pneumonia. He was conducting a search for a missing girl during a severe snow storm.
Sheriff Armstrong had served as sheriff for 17 months.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 1 year, 4 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Thursday, December 15, 1864
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsSheriff Armstrong,
On today, the 160th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Jefferson County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 29, 2024
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