Sheriff Daniel Jackson Brownell, Holmes County Sheriff's Office, Florida

Sheriff Daniel Jackson Brownell

Holmes County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Tuesday, November 26, 1872

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Daniel Jackson Brownell

Sheriff Daniel Brownell was shot and killed after responding to a report of a disturbance at the county jail.

Sheriff Brownell was at home with his family when he was informed that there was a disturbance at the jail. Sheriff Brownell mounted his horse and rode a few miles into town. When he arrived, he encountered a man creating a disturbance in front of the jail. The suspect then shot and killed Sheriff Brownell. Before he fell, Sheriff Brownell was able to return fire, killing the suspect.

Sheriff Brownell was a Civil War veteran and had served with the Holmes County Sheriff's Office for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and six children.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 10 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Pistol
Offender Shot and killed

disturbance

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Sheriff Brownell,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Holmes County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 26, 2022