Whitesboro Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Monday, February 4, 1935
Add to My HeroesChes H. Estes
Marshal Estes was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man who had committed a rape only moments earlier. He had entered a darkened cafe while looking for the man and was struck in the chest by a gunshot blast fired by the suspect. The suspect was originally sentenced to death but received a 99 year sentence on his second trial.
Marshal Estes was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, February 3, 1935
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to 99 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 77th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. . My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 4, 2012
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