Sheriff Eugene Crum was shot and killed near the Mingo County Courthouse in Williamson at about noon. Sheriff Crum was eating lunch in his vehicle while conducting surveillance on a suspected illegal pharmaceutical operation. A vehicle pulled alongside and a subject exited the vehicle and shot Sheriff Crum four times at point-blank range.

The suspect fled the scene and crashed during the pursuit near Hell Creek. He was shot after pointing a firearm at a pursuing Mingo County deputy and was then apprehended.

Sheriff Crum has served as sheriff of Mingo County since January. He had previously served as a magistrate for 12 years and also with the Delbarton Police Department. He is survived by his children and grandchildren.

Please contact the following agency to send condolences or to obtain funeral arrangements:
Mingo County Sheriff’s Office
72 E 2nd Avenue
Williamson, WV 25661

Phone: (304) 235-0300

Read more: http://www.odmp.org/officer/21769-sheriff-eugene-crum#ixzz2PkZpctAx

 
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Republished 4/6/13 2155 Hours PST