Policeman Samuel Lewis Watkins, Van Lear Police Department, Kentucky

Policeman Samuel Lewis Watkins

Van Lear Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Wednesday, July 15, 1925

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Samuel Lewis Watkins

Policeman Sam Watkins was shot and killed as he another officer attempted to arrest two men they suspected of having liquor.

Both men began to resist arrest and fatally shot Policeman Watkins before fleeing the area.

Policeman Watkins was survived by his wife.

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Age 49
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

alcohol violation, arrest attempt

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Officer Watkins,
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 Van Lear.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 15, 2025