Constable John C. Chambers, Fayette County Constable's Office, Tennessee

Constable John C. Chambers

Fayette County Constable's Office, Tennessee

End of Watch Sunday, August 31, 1924

John C. Chambers

Constable Chambers was beaten and stabbed to death by a group of men after serving a warrant. He was attacked as he mounted his horse. He died seven days later.

Constable Chambers was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 51
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Stabbed
Incident Date Sunday, August 24, 1924
Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
Offender Not available

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 89th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 22, 2013