Constable Charles Albert Washburn, Wright County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota

Constable Charles Albert Washburn

Wright County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota

End of Watch Wednesday, October 29, 1884

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Charles Albert Washburn

Constable Charles Washburn succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained 10 days earlier as he and his deputy attempted to arrest a man for domestic assault. Despite being wounded, Constable Washburn was able to return fire and wounded the suspect.

The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to death. He was granted a new trial, convicted of second degree manslaughter and sentenced to 5 years hard labor.

Constable Washburn was survived by his wife.

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Age 35
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Sunday, October 19, 1884
Weapon Handgun
Offender Sentenced to 5 years

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Constable Wright,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wright County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 29, 2024