Madison County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Sunday, September 17, 1995
Add to My HeroesBilly Joe Thrower
Deputy Thrower died from injuries sustained on November 1, 1994, during a gun battle with a suspect who he and two other officers were trying to serve commitment papers to. The suspect was waiting for them with binoculars and a shotgun. When the officers knocked on the door and identified themselves the suspect opened fire, killing Deputy Thomas Lewis, and mortally wounding Deputy Thrower. Although severely wounded, Deputy Thrower was able to return fire and kill the suspect.
Deputy Thrower had been with the agency for 16 years and is survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 225
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, November 1, 1994
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 21 ReflectionsA true warrior to the end. Thank you for your courage and dedication and the way you lived your life. You will live forever in our hearts. Rest in peace sir. You earned it
Jerry
Fellow citizen
September 17, 2023
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