Memorial

Marshal John B. Silcox

Photo of Marshal John B. Silcox
End of Watch: Sat, Apr 28th, 1894
Date of Incident: Sat, Apr 28th, 1894
Cause of Death: Gunfire (Intentional)
Service Time: Not Known
Age: 57

Survivors

His wife, two daughters, three sons, and mother

Incident

Marshal John Silcox was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a drunk man who was causing a disturbance at his home in Shelby City.

When Marshal Silcox told the man if he caused any more disturbance he would be taken to the jail the man drew his pistol and shot him. After falling to the ground, Marshal Silcox returned fire, but was shot several more times by the man.

The subject was convicted of Marshal Silcox's murder and sentenced to only three years in prison. He was pardoned by the governor in 1896.

Marshal Silcox was survived by his wife, two daughters, three sons, and mother.

Information obtained from the Officer Down Memorial Page.

Agency

Shelby City Police Department Patch
Junction City Police Department Patch
The Shelby City Police Department has been disbanded and absorbed by the Junction City Police Department.

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