Deputy Sheriff William Lafayette Nettles, Bowie County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy Sheriff William Lafayette Nettles

Bowie County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Tuesday, March 1, 1892

William Lafayette Nettles

Deputy Sheriff William Nettles was shot and killed while attempting to disarm a drunk man who was shooting into the air. The suspect shot Deputy Nettles in the chest.

The suspect, who claimed self defense, was tried and acquitted.

Deputy Nettles was survived by his wife and eight children.

Bio

Age 37
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Acquitted

DIP, weapons violation

Most Recent Reflection

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 117th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 1, 2009