John Henry

Murdered

John Henry Hays, a 59-year-old Civil War veteran and town marshal of Troy, Idaho, was tragically killed in the line of duty on January 27, 1904. He was attempting to arrest Paine Sly, a known troublemaker in the community, for a domestic disturbance.

During the arrest attempt, a shootout ensued, and Hays was fatally wounded. Despite being mortally injured, he managed to return fire and injure Sly. Sly was later apprehended and stood trial for Hays' murder.

In June 1904, Sly w ...Read More

Marshal John Henry Hays, Troy Police Department, Idaho

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