Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps, age 38

Lost to gun violence on September 16, 2024 in Russell Springs, Kentucky.

Deputy Phipps had served with the Russell County Sheriff's Office for 3 years and previously served with the Louisville Metro Police Department. Thank you for your service & RIP.

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WNKY News 40 Television: Community of Russell County holds vigil for deputy killed in shooting - WNKY News 40 Television
Instagram: Protecting The Blue on Instagram: "RIP. Kentucky Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps was murdered when he was shot and killed while assisting Kentucky State Police with a suspect that had fled on foot. Deputy Phipps had served with the Russell County Sheriff’s Office for three years and previously served with the Louisville Metro Police Department. He is survived by his parents. STOP SHOOTING MY POLICE OFFICERS!!! #rip #hero #murdered #DeputySheriffJoshPhipps #RussellCountySheriffsOffice #lawenforcement #thinblueline #bluelivesmatter #police #backtheblue #protectingtheblue #oplive #opnation #every22hours #stopshootingmypoliceofficers #becarefuloutthere"
Sep 17: https://www.wkyt.com: Kentucky deputy killed in the line of duty
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