David Sigemore

Deputy Marshal Sigemore was shot and killed by a prisoner while taking the man to Fort Smith, Arkansas, to face trial for murder. The two had made camp near Okmulgee. During the night the prisoner was able to grab a Winchester rifle and shot Deputy Marshal Sigemore, killing him. The suspect remained at large for 4 years before being murdered by two friends who intended to collect the $500 reward for his capture. Deputy Marshal Sigemore had served with the agency for 11 months.