Davidson County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Tuesday, May 27, 1913
Add to My HeroesThomas Farrell
Deputy Thomas Farrell was shot and killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and Cedar Street while investigating an assault on a child. A boy had thrown a rock at another boy, but missed and the rock struck an adult. Deputy Farrell intervened after the adult slapped the boy.
As Deputy Farrell began to question the man, the man pulled out a handgun and shot him several times in the head and chest. The suspect was arrested.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsHi Tom, your sister Annie is my Great Grandmother. I have visited your grave many times. Your memories live on through my family research. RIP
Donna Wardlaw
Donna Wardlaw
Great Great Niece
May 6, 2019
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