Sheriff Roy Conway, Pike County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

Sheriff Roy Conway

Pike County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky

End of Watch Friday, July 28, 1950

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Roy Conway

Sheriff Roy Conway was shot in the back and killed in his front yard by two brothers angry over his crackdown on bootlegging and gambling. Sheriff Conway and his deputies had raided their father's drinking establishment earlier.

Both brothers, 23 and 28, were convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison on September 28, 1950.

Sheriff Conway had been elected only six months earlier. He was survived by his wife and four daughters. His wife was appointed to serve the remainder of his term as sheriff.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle
Offender Sentenced to life

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Sheriff Conway,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pike County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 28, 2025