Deputy Sheriff Rufus N. Wallingford, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, New Hampshire

Deputy Sheriff Rufus N. Wallingford

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, New Hampshire

End of Watch Tuesday, August 10, 1875

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Rufus N. Wallingford

Deputy Sheriff Rufus Wallingford was shot and killed shortly after midnight near the fairgrounds one-half mile south of Milford, New Hampshire.

His body was found shortly after 5:00 am suffering from a gunshot wound in his chest. His revolver was found nearby and his wallet was missing. A package of writs he was serving was also located near his body.

Deputy Wallingford was survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, and by his three siblings.

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Age 58
Tour Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

robbery

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Deputy Sheriff Wallingford,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hillsborough County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 10, 2025