Sheriff Matt Samuels, of the Greenwood County, Kansas Sheriff’s Office was shot and killed on Wednesday, January 19th at 10:00 a.m. by a person who Sheriff Samuels and two other deputies were trying to serve a warrant upon.
Sheriff Samuels had served with the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office for 21 years and had served as sheriff for 5 years. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
To view Sheriff Samuels’ memorial page, click here.
About Gary Smith
Chief Smith has served over 31 years in the criminal justice field. He is currently a consultant assisting public and private organizations better establish community goals and ethical conduct with the members of their organizations. Chief Smith serves as a facilitator, lecturer, professor and other capacities both inside and outside the criminal justice field.
