Belton Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, December 9, 1881
Add to My HeroesAlbertus Sweet
Deputy Sweet was shot and killed after attempting to stop the ambush of another Deputy. When Deputy sweet learned of a plot to ambush another Deputy City Marshal he informed that Deputy of the plot, deputized two men and confronted the two suspects. A gunfight ensued and Deputy Sweet was shot and killed by one suspects with a shotgun. Both men were eventually apprehended but acquitted at trial.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDeputy Marshal Sweet(
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Belton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
December 9, 2021
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