Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tennessee
End of Watch Thursday, August 11, 1966
Samual W. Gibbs
Lieutenant Gibbs was shot and killed with his own weapon in Shelbyville, Tennessee. While arresting a suspect, the man was able to gain control of his .38 caliber service revolver and shot him.
The suspect was arrested and sentenced to 55 years in prison.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 55 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsMy Uncle Sam was a big man with a big heart. Our family will forever keep him in our hearts and mind.
Barbara Isom
Niece
May 14, 2017
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