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Andrew E. Sheppard

Death by Force
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In the rugged landscape near a desolate, abandoned mine in Bisbee, Arizona, the life of Constable Andrew E. Sheppard, a 51-year-old male, was brought to a violent end on September 16, 1920. While on duty, he was investigating reports of two suspicious men seen loitering in the area. Accompanied by Charles Long, Constable Sheppard approached the individuals to question them. The encounter quickly escalated when the two men brandished firearms and opened fire on the lawman and his companion.
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    • Victim Details

    Andrew E. Shep

    Male

    Bisbee

    AZ

    1920-09-16

    51

    Andrew

    E. Sheppard

    11/30/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    Does anyone remember the old story about Constable Andrew Sheppard's badge? I came across a mention ... ...Read More
    06/16/2024
    I’ve been reading about Constable Sheppard’s tragic murder, and I can’t stop thinking about hi... ...Read More
    05/06/2024
    Does anyone else find it incredibly upsetting that we still don't know the full outcome of the inves... ...Read More
    01/19/2024
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