Texas Parks and Wildlife Department - Law Enforcement Division, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Add to My HeroesTeyran Micah "Ty" Patterson
Game Warden Ty Patterson drowned while he and his partner attempted to recover the body of a previous drowning victim from the Paluxy River when their boat capsized near the FM 205 bridge in Somervell County.
He assisted his partner reach safety while struggling in the water. His partner suffered near-drowning injuries. Both wardens were transported to a hospital in Fort Worth, where Warden Patterson was pronounced dead.
Warden Patterson had served with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for two years. He is survived by his parents.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 1461
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 364 ReflectionsAs we reflect on your End of Watch… please know you and your sacrifice have not be forgotten. Rest In Peace, TX Game Warden Ty Patterson.
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Matthew 5:9 - Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
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