Knoxville Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Saturday, April 15, 1916
Add to My HeroesJames M. Tillery
Patrolman Tillery was shot and killed while he and his partner searched a home in the red-light district. A man suddenly jumped out of a rear window and shot Patrolman Tillery twice. Although mortally wounded, Patrolman Tillery was able to return fire but the suspect escaped.
Patrolman Tillery had been with the agency for seven years and was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
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