Deputy Sheriff James B. O'Bannon

Deputy Sheriff James B. O'Bannon | Llano County Sheriff's Office, Texas
Llano County Sheriff's Office, Texas
Deputy Sheriff James B. O'Bannon

Llano County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, July 23, 1884

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James B. O'Bannon

Deputy O'Bannon was shot and killed with his own revolver during a struggle with a prisoner. Deputy O'Bannon was assisting the prisoner post bond when the man suddenly grabbed the deputy's revolver. A struggle ensued and the suspect shot Deputy O'Bannon twice. The man fled and was later apprehended in Grayson County after stealing a horse. He was returned to Llano County to face charges of murdering Deputy O'Bannon.

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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Apprehended
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Deputy Sheriff O’Bannon,
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 Llano County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 23, 2024

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