Deputy Edgar Maurice Bowie Moore

Edgar Maurice Bowie Moore

Deputy Maurice Moore was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest a suspect, and his sons, on a warrant for a local schoolhouse arson.

When Deputy Moore and Deputy Sheriff Sam Platt entered the suspect's home, the suspect drew a rifle, and a struggle ensued. An unknown person entered the house and shot Deputy Moore with a shotgun.

Deputy Moore had previously served with the Texas Rangers. He was survived by his wife.

Deputy Moore's grave remained unmarked for 115 years until a tombstone was put in place in May 2002.