Nueces County Constable's Office - Precinct 6, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, February 7, 1981
Add to My HeroesPatrick Stephen Runyon
Deputy Constable Patrick Runyon was shot and killed while responding to a misdemeanor criminal mischief call.
As Deputy Runyon approached the house, one of the two brothers inside shot him in the heart with a small caliber pistol loaded with rat-shot, killing him instantly. The two were arrested but later acquitted at trial.
Deputy Runyon was survived by his wife, child, parents, and eight siblings.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 32 ReflectionsIt's taken many, many years to lose the anger that came with Pat's death. Justice was not served.
But we all think of you often Pat and will see you again someday. Proud of my big brother!
Susan (Runyon) Sanor
May 15, 2021
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