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Charles Edwards

Case from Gila, AZ dated Jan 10, 1908

Victim Details

Charles Edwards

Male

White / Caucasian

Gila

AZ

1908-01-10

38

Charles

Edwards

07/13/2026

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In the rugged landscape of Gila, Arizona, the life of 38-year-old Deputy Sheriff Charles B. Edwards was tragically cut short on Friday, January 10, 1908. A dedicated male lawman, he was returning to his home in the Tonto Creek area after testifying in a trial in Roosevelt. As he traveled, he was ambushed approximately twelve miles north of Roosevelt, a fatal attack that ended his watch.

The ambush was carried out from a concealed spot, with shots striking Deputy Edwards in the breast, arm ...
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  • Charles Byrd Edwards (1870-1908) - Find a Grave
  • Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Charles B. Edwards, Gila County ...
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