Headstone of James Bevis

James Bevis

1985

James Arthur Bevis.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
Mechanism Firearm
What Happened
Deputy Sheriff James Bevis was shot and killed by two suspects who had just robbed a convenience store in Malone. One of the suspects gained control of Deputy Bevis' gun and shot him. Both suspects were convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life.
Survivors
Deputy Bevis was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was survived by his wife and two children.
Photograph of James Bevis
Photograph of James Bevis
Service Record
Also Served
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff
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