Special Agent Thomas Joseph Byrne

Special Agent Thomas Joseph Byrne

United States Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Government

End of Watch Saturday, August 30, 2008

Thomas Joseph Byrne

Special Agent Thomas Byrne succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when he was abducted and beaten while attending a conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was returning to his hotel room when he was abducted.

He was found suffering from major trauma 40 blocks from where he was last seen. He was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries two days later.

The suspect, Ameal Parker, was apprehended and convicted of assault and robbery and sentenced to 30 years.

Agent Byrne had served with the DEA for 17 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 17 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Location Louisiana
Incident Date Thursday, August 28, 2008
Weapon Person
Offender Sentenced to 30 years

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Rest in Peace Tommy, you were a good guy and fun to be around while we endured Quantico together brother! I will miss you and hope the best for your family. one last BEEEEEEEE AAAAAAAAAA 102!
Your friend and classmate from the DEA Academy days in Quantico, VA

Special Agent Jeff Pullig
Drug Enforcement Administration

November 15, 2016