North Chattanooga Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Tuesday, June 11, 1929
Add to My HeroesJames A. Houser
Marshal Houser was shot and killed as he and another marshal responded to reports of an intoxicated man brandishing a shotgun. As the marshals walked to the man's home the suspect suddenly ran out and shot Marshal Houser in the chest and stomach with a shotgun. The man was arrested by the other marshal.
On November 10, 1929, the 39-year-old suspect was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 10 years.
Marshal House was survived by his wife, two daughters, and a brother.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 16 gauge
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years
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