In memory of
Earl Smith
1979
- Their country
- United States of America
- Killed that day
- May 15, 1979, aged 62
Their life
Deputy Earl Smith was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant. The suspect's sister had the warrant taken out on the man. As Deputy Smith approached the back door the suspect fired through the screen, striking him. The suspect then shot him five more times. The suspect pled not guilty by reason of insanity and was acquitted.
Survived by
Deputy Smith had been with the agency for 35 years and was survived by his wife, 12 children, and several grandchildren.
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