Nacogdoches County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Friday, May 24, 1996
Add to My HeroesTom Anderson Sitton
Sergeant Sitton was shot and killed and another deputy was shot and wounded while serving a warrant on terrorist activities.
The suspect was arrested at the scene and charged with capital murder and assault on a peace officer. He was convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
Sergeant Sitton had served with the agency for 7 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
In May 2019, Highway 21 West was renamed Sergeant Tom Sitton Memorial Highway and the signs were posted the following November.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 513
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 37 ReflectionsSgt. Sitton,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Nacogdoshes 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
May 24, 2021
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