John Centers.
Deputy Marshal John Centers was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for disorderly conduct.
The shooter was then taken into custody by the county sheriff and a deputy. He was sentenced to life in prison but released after serving only three years.
Deputy Marshal Centers was a United States Union Civil War veteran and had served with the Jackson Police Department for 2 months.
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In tribute
I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.
Deputy Marshal Centers served with the Jackson Police Department.
Thank you for your service to the Jackson community. Thank you for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, brother.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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