Harris County Constable's Office - Precinct 1, Texas
End of Watch Monday, April 12, 1915
Add to My HeroesJames L. Grayson
Deputy Constable James Grayson was shot and killed after he and another deputy responded to a local park on a call of loud music. Upon their arrival the suspect began assaulting Deputy Constable Grayson and then shot him in the chest.
The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 20 years. He was pardoned by Governor James E. Ferguson on July 17, 1917.
Deputy Constable Grayson had served with the agency for eight years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Pardoned in 1917
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in Peace Deputy James L. Grayson. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice for the citizens of Harris County, Texas.
I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers. I also Pray that the hounds of hell forever gnaw at the rotting flesh and bones of your murderer.
Amen.
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