Deputy Sheriff D.M. Baker, a 70-year-old White male from Cody, Wyoming, died in the line of duty on March 15, 1939. At the time of his death, he was serving with the Park County Sheriff's Office. His passing marked a tragic moment in Wyoming law enforcement history, as he was fatally shot while performing his duties. The incident occurred during an attempted arrest, underscoring the dangers faced by officers even in small communities like Cody.
On the day of the incident, Deputy D.M. Bake
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