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Roy Huskey

Death by Force
Case Description
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Captain Roy Huskey, aged 48, was a dedicated officer with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina. On May 31, 1979, he responded to a domestic dispute between a man and his teenage daughter in Rutherford County. Upon arriving at the scene, Captain Huskey was shot in the head by the suspect as he exited his patrol car. Despite his efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.

The suspect, James Hutchins, continued his rampage, killing Deputy Sheriff Millard Messersmith and Troope ...Read More
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  • Tragic Day Remembered Three Slain Lawmen ... - Rutherford Weekly
  • 'It was a major thing' - Shelby Star
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    Victim Details

    Roy Huskey

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Rutherford

    NC

    1979-05-31

    48

    Roy

    Huskey

    11/23/2025

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