Special Deputy Sheriff Frank James, Martin County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Special Deputy Sheriff Frank James

Martin County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Tuesday, July 7, 1925

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Frank James

Special Deputy Frank James was shot and killed as he assisted the Martin County sheriff and a posse search for a man wanted for shooting five people the previous day.

The sheriff deputized his brother, son, and Frank James to assist with the search and arrest of the man. When the posse encountered the subject the man opened fire, killing Special Deputy James, before being taken into custody. He was convicted of Deputy James' murder and sentenced to life in prison.

Special Deputy James was survived by his father.

Bio

Age 23
Tour 1 day
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

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Special Deputy Sheriff James,
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 Martin County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 7, 2025