U.S. Army · United States 
Delbert Junior Roush
1981
Delbert Junior Roush Sr. served the U.S. Army for 1 year. Delbert served in World War II.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Lieutenant Roush and Patrolman Eddie Duncan were shot and killed while conducting a traffic stop on U.S. 60, near I-64, at approximately 3:00 am. Lieutenant Roush was on his lunch break and had gone to backup Patrolman Duncan when the shooting occurred. The suspect was apprehended, convicted of murder, and received two life sentences. Lieutenant Roush had served with the Charleston Police Department for 33 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, daughter, and three sons.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1945 – 1946
Conflicts
World War II
Also Served
Charleston Police Department
Lieutenant
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