Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Monday, May 11, 1885
Add to My HeroesThomas A. Ragsdale
Sheriff Ragsdale and Deputy Joseph Buchanan were shot and killed as they attempted to serve warrants on suspected horse thiefs. As the officers approached the house the two brothers opened fire, killing them.
Sheriff Ragsdale had been with the agency for five years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Not available
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EOW: May 12, 1885
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View all 6 ReflectionsSheriff Ragsdale,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fannin County.
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