Deputy Sheriff Adam Smith, Knott County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Deputy Sheriff Adam Smith

Knott County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Thursday, April 11, 1935

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Adam Smith

Deputy Adam Smith was shot and killed while investigating illegal liquor sales and related violations on Jones Fork.

After being shot, Deputy Smith was taken to Beaver Valley Hospital, where he died the following night.

Five men and one woman were arrested and held in connection with Deputy Smith's murder.

Deputy Smith was survived by his wife and seven children.

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Age 46
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Wednesday, April 10, 1935
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Six suspects arrested

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Deputy Sheriff Smith,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Knott County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 11, 2025