Greenville County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Monday, October 5, 1914
Add to My HeroesJohn Flemon Lindsey
Deputy Sheriff Lindsey was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspect for a domestic incident. Deputy Lindsey approached the suspect from the front and began patting him down. The suspect pulled a .38-caliber revolver and killed Deputy Lindsey.
The suspect was captured two days later in Brevard, North Carolina. He was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to 15 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Lindsey,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Greenville County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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