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Deputy U.S. Marshal John Dees, also known as "Buck" Crews, was a 42-year-old white male who tragically died on March 4, 1909, near Panama City, Florida. His death was the result of an accidental gunshot wound sustained while he was en route to conduct a liquor raid. Marshal Dees was traveling with other officers across St. Andrews Bay in a boat when a rifle accidentally discharged, striking him in the side. Despite efforts to return him to his home for medical attention, he succumbed to his inju ...Read More
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Victim Details

U.s. Marshal John Dees

Male

White / Caucasian

Panama-city

FL

1909-03-04

42

U.s.

Marshal John Dees

11/19/2025