Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, October 1, 1980
Cephus D. Burson
Major Burson suffered a fatal heart attack during a struggle with an inmate at the Eastham Unit. He was survived by his daughter, son and three sisters.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsHeroes live forever, Major Burson, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of the great State of Texas.
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
October 1, 2013
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