Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Friday, May 18, 1973
Add to My HeroesMonroe Odis Scott
Patrolman Monroe Scott was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity during a narcotics raid at his apartment complex while he was off duty.
An undercover deputy and an informant had purchased drugs in the apartment complex earlier in the evening. The raiding party, who were all in plainclothes, returned to the complex. When the informant mistakenly identified Patrolman Scott as the man who sold the drugs, four plainclothes officers rushed towards him with their guns drawn.
Patrolman Scott, who was unaware of the operation and did know the officers, was shot as he drew his weapon in response to the four plainclothes officers confronting him.
Patrolman Scott had just graduated from the academy and was awaiting his first assignment. He was survived by his parents, sister, and brother.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
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View all 12 ReflectionsPatrolman Scott,
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 the state of Texas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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