Deputy Sheriff James Thomas O'Bryant, Attala County Sheriff's Department, Mississippi

Deputy Sheriff James Thomas O'Bryant

Attala County Sheriff's Department, Mississippi

End of Watch Monday, October 26, 1970

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James Thomas O'Bryant

Deputy James O'Bryant was shot and killed when responding to a domestic disturbance.

The shooter was apprehended and convicted and served 10 years in prison.

Deputy O'Bryant had served with the agency for 3.5 years. He was survived by his wife and five children.

Bio

Age 37
Tour 3 years, 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Served 10 years in prison

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Deputy Sheriff O’Bryant,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Attala County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 26, 2020