Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Friday, December 16, 1932
Add to My HeroesAudie Lee Gibson
Deputy Gibson was shot and killed after he responded to a report of a burglary alarm at a local drugstore. Upon his arrival the two burglars opened fire on him. Deputies followed their foot prints in the snow and apprehended both suspects near Purvis. One was a escapee from the Oklahoma Penitentiary.
On March 23, 1933, both suspects, 29 and 31, were convicted of murder and sentenced to 99 years each. They were both pardoned on February 6, 1944.
Deputy Gibson was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Pardoned in 1944
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Gibson,
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 Hamilton County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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