Deputy Sheriff Fred Hollingsworth, Washita County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma

Deputy Sheriff Fred Hollingsworth

Washita County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma

End of Watch Monday, July 12, 1915

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Fred Hollingsworth

Deputy Fred Hollingsworth was shot and killed while searching for a suspect in the countryside. The posse he was riding with split up and when he failed to return to a prearranged meeting area a search conducted for him. He was later found suffering from a gunshot wound.

The suspect was apprehended in Elk City and charged with Deputy Hollingsworth's murder. Two trials ended with a hung jury. On July 27, 1916, he escaped from jail and was never seen again.

Deputy Hollingsworth had served with the agency for four years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender At large

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Deputy Sheriff Hollingsworth,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Washita County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 12, 2025