Elbert Percey

Murdered
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The quiet Sunday morning of September 25, 1904, in Blackfoot, Idaho, was shattered by the news of Bingham County Deputy Sheriff Elbert Percey Sweet's murder. Sweet, a 54-year-old respected lawman with twelve years of experience, was attempting to apprehend two individuals suspected of stealing horses when he was fatally shot.

The suspects, brothers William and Thomas Lee, were known to be armed and dangerous. Despite this, Deputy Sweet bravely confronted them, ultimately paying the ult ...Read More
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  • Deputy Sheriff Elbert Percey Sweet

    • Victim Details

    Elbert Percey

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Blackfoot

    ID

    1904-09-25

    54

    Elbert

    Percey

    Yes

    11/28/2024

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    We are reaching out to the public for help in solving the tragic murder of Elbert. The circumstances... ...Read More
    09/21/2024
    My thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family during this difficult time. May they fi... ...Read More
    01/08/2024
    I am absolutely devastated to hear about the tragic news of Elbert's murder. I had the privilege of ... ...Read More
    07/28/2023
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