Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, October 6, 1872
Add to My HeroesWilliam N. Wright
Deputy Sheriff William Wright was shot and killed by another deputy at the parish jail.
The deputy was upset that Deputy Wright had arrested a man for disorderly conduct and fatally shot him after confronting him about the arrest.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Wright,
On today, the 145th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Caddo Parish.
R.I.P.
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