LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Sunday, February 20, 1898
Add to My HeroesJames Shumate
Chief Shumate was shot and killed while attempting to arrest an intoxicated man. During the arrest the suspect produced a revolver and shot Chief Shumate. Despite being mortally wounded, the chief was able to raise to his knees and shot the suspect four times, killing him.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge CHIEF
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsChief Shumate,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of LaFollette.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 20, 2023
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