Constable Joe Hill Breedlove

Constable Joe Hill Breedlove | Dumas Constable's Office, Arkansas
Dumas Constable's Office, Arkansas
Constable Joe Hill Breedlove

Dumas Constable's Office, Arkansas

End of Watch Saturday, September 21, 1940

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Joe Hill Breedlove

Constable Joe Breedlove was shot and killed as he attempted to serve a warrant to a subject wanted for assault.

As Constable Breedlove entered the man's home the subject opened fire with a shotgun, killing him.

The suspect was convicted of Constable Breedlove's murder and executed in the electric chair on December 13, 1940.

Constable Breedlove had served in law enforcement for 27 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 62
  • Tour 27 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, September 19, 1940
  • Weapon Shotgun
  • Offender Executed in 1940
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Constable Breedlove,
On today, the 85th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dumas.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 21, 2025

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