Linn County Sheriff's Office, Oregon
End of Watch Wednesday, June 21, 1922
Add to My HeroesCharles M. Kendall
Sheriff Charles Kendall was shot and killed while conducting a raid on a Plainview farm whose 70-year-old owner was operating a moonshine business.
The suspect committed suicide the following day while barricaded inside of his home.
Sheriff Kendall had served with the Linn County Sheriff's Office for 3.5 years.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsSheriff Kendall,
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 Linn County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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