Chief of Police James Shumate

Chief of Police James Shumate | LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee
LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee
Chief of Police James Shumate

LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Sunday, February 20, 1898

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James 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.

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  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge CHIEF

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed
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Chief 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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February 20, 2023

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