Erath County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, March 29, 1879
Add to My HeroesMarion David Robertson
Deputy Marion Robertson and Deputy John Ross were shot and killed as they and two other deputies attempted to serve a warrant on a man for unlawfully carrying a pistol.
When they arrived at the family's farm, near Stephenville, they discovered the family was holding a prayer meeting.
When the deputies announced they had a warrant for the man he refused to be arrested and one of his brothers produced a handgun. A shootout ensued in which Deputy Robertson and Deputy Ross were both killed and two members of the family were wounded.
Three men in the family were charged with murdering the deputies. Two of them were acquitted and the third was sentenced to 35 years. A fourth member of the family turned himself in 48 years later to face charges of murder.
Deputy Robertson and Deputy Ross had both been deputized that day to assist with the arrest.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 1 day
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 35 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Robertson,
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 Erath County.
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