Deputy Sheriff Joseph R. Buchanan, Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

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Joseph R. Buchanan

Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch: Tuesday, May 12, 1885

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Age: 54

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 5/11/1885

Weapon: Rifle

Suspect: Not available

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Deputy Buchanan and Sheriff Thomas Ragsdale were shot and killed as they attempted to serve warrants on suspected horse thiefs. As the officers approached the house the two brothers opened fire, killing them.
Deputy Buchanan was survived by his wife.

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Sheriff Thomas A. Ragsdale
Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch: Monday, May 11, 1885
Cause: Gunfire

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the one hundred and twenty-fourth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 12, 2009

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