Gainesville Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, January 23, 1935
Add to My HeroesCharles Benjamin Tune
Patrolman Charles Tune was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer while a group of officers talked about different hijackers they had heard about.
As one of the officers enacted the story his .44 caliber pistol discharged and struck Patrolman Tune in the chest.
Patrolman Tune had served with the Gainesville Police Department for eight years.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman Tune,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Gainesville.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 23, 2025
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