Hays County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, November 16, 1873
Add to My HeroesHenry C. Banks
Deputy Sheriff Henry Banks was shot and killed while returning to Hays County after transporting several prisoners to Austin.
He encountered a disorderly man who was harassing a man and his wife. As Deputy Banks attempted to arrest him the man attacked him. The subject was able to disarm Deputy Banks and then fatally shot him with his own service revolver.
The subject was apprehended, convicted of first degree murder, and sentenced to death. The death sentence was subsequently overturned on appeal.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour 1 week
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Death penalty overturned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Banks,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hays County.
R.I.P.
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