WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On Thursday, March 3, 1921, a tragic event occurred in Welch, West Virginia. Deputy William Tabor lost his life while trying to arrest the mayor of Welch.
The mayor was facing accusations involving two girls, and the city council was discussing whether to remove him from office.
When the mayor found out about the council’s discussions, he forcefully entered the meeting room, causing a disturbance before leaving.
At the same time, Deputy Tabor was driving two girls to Kimball when the mayor stopped him and demanded custody of the girls. Deputy Tabor complied and followed the mayor to his home.
As Deputy Tabor approached the mayor’s house, the mayor warned him not to come closer, but Deputy Tabor ignored the warning.
Tragically, the mayor shot Deputy Tabor, who later died from his injuries at a local hospital.
The mayor was charged with Deputy Tabor’s murder.
Deputy Tabor, a veteran of World War I, was laid to rest at Cartwright Cemetery in Welch.