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Deputy Sheriff William S. Wright, aged 44, was tragically shot and killed on January 13, 1900, in Whitesburg, Kentucky. Wright was ambushed by two brothers while on his way home. The brothers opened fire simultaneously, killing him instantly. This incident occurred after Wright had served with the Letcher County Sheriff's Office for only three months.
The murder of Deputy Wright led to significant legal proceedings. In 1902, the two brothers responsible for his death were indicted. Duri ...Read More
The murder of Deputy Wright led to significant legal proceedings. In 1902, the two brothers responsible for his death were indicted. Duri ...Read More
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William S. Wright
Male
White / Caucasian
Whitesburg
KY
1900-01-13
44
William
S. Wright
11/09/2025
Forum Posts (4)
I've been reading about the trial of the brothers who ambushed Deputy Wright, and I can't help but a... ...Read More
10/24/2024
10/24/2024
Has anyone else been exploring the implications of the trial venue for Deputy Wright’s case? The t... ...Read More
03/11/2024
03/11/2024
Has anyone else felt that the trial venue played a significant role in the outcome of the Wright bro... ...Read More
02/13/2024
02/13/2024
Has anyone dug into why only one of the brothers got convicted? It makes me wonder about the legal p... ...Read More
01/05/2023
01/05/2023
