Sheriff Nehemiah Daniel

Sheriff Nehemiah Daniel | Fayette County Sheriff's Department, West Virginia
Fayette County Sheriff's Department, West Virginia
Sheriff Nehemiah Daniel

Fayette County Sheriff's Department, West Virginia

End of Watch Thursday, November 10, 1904

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Nehemiah Daniel

Sheriff Nehemiah Daniel was shot and killed while assisting Montgomery town officials to preserve order following the shooting of a county constable by a town policeman the previous day.

He had just arrived in the town by train when he was shot and killed. The suspect fled the scene but was arrested three days later.

Sheriff Daniel had served as sheriff for four years. He was survived by his wife, son, and adopted daughter.

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  • Age Not available
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Apprehended

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Sheriff Daniel,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fayette County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 10, 2024

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