Gray County Constable's Office - Precinct 2, Texas
End of Watch Monday, January 30, 1939
Add to My HeroesOtis H. Hendrix
Constable Otis Hendrix was shot and killed when he accompanied the county sheriff and several deputies as they conducted inspections at several local bars.
As they entered one of the bars, they were confronted by the owner who told the sheriff to leave. As the sheriff attempted to speak with the man, the man pulled a gun from under his coat and began shooting at the sheriff. The shots missed the sheriff but one of the rounds struck Constable Hendrix, killing him. The other deputies returned fire, killing the suspect.
Constable Hendrix was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsThis was my great Grandfather. His son Robert, was my grandfather whose son Bradley was my father.
My grandfathers recollection of his father was that the wasn't a very nice man. I suppose that was more about the time and his chosen profession than anything else. Regardless, my Grandfather was already living in Big Bear California when this went down.
Something not mentioned here is that they dug the bullet out from the BACK of his belt buckle. Meaning that the club owner was likely not responsible for his death.
I am glad that he's been honored and remembered for his service.
At this date, my grandfather, his brothers Frison and Howard, and my father Bradley are all gone. I know that there was an Alene (Not sure of the spelling) but I do not know the other family members. Having grown up in California and only been to Texas once (Dallas and not Pampa) we were definitely estranged. Frison and my grandfather Robert both had a great sense of humor. They lived well and are missed.
Daniel Hendrix
Great Grandson
August 10, 2024
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