McCreary County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Friday, December 14, 1923
Add to My HeroesJames Farris Ball
Deputy Sheriff Ball was shot and killed by an unknown person as he was attempting to arrest two suspects. His partner was also wounded.
Deputy Ball was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Ball,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of McCreary County.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 14, 2023
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