Thurston County Sheriff's Department, Washington
End of Watch Sunday, March 1, 1903
Add to My HeroesDavid B. Morrell
Jailer David Morrell was beaten and shot to death by an escaping prisoner at the county jail. He was locking a cell door when the prisoner attacked him from behind with a lead pipe had broken off of the sink. The man then fled down a hallway with Jailer Morrell in pursuit. During the ensuing struggle Jailer Morrell was beaten with the pipe and shot with his own revolver.
The suspect fled the scene but returned to the jail looking for protection after an angry mob of citizens almost lynched him. The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years.
Jailer Morell was a veteran of the Civil War.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDavid,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the Union Army as a member of the 48th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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