Pima County Sheriff's Department, Arizona
End of Watch Friday, December 11, 1914
Add to My HeroesJames A. Mercer
County Ranger James Mercer succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained nine days earlier when he was shot while trying to arrest a suspected cattle rustler near Pantano, Arizona.
Ranger Mercer was taken to Rodgers Hospital where he remained until succumbing to his wounds.
The subject fled to Mexico and it is unknown if he was ever arrested.
Ranger Mercer had served as a cattle inspector and county ranger for three years. He was survived by his wife, two brothers, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Wednesday, December 2, 1914
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRanger Mercer,
On today, the 101st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pima County.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 11, 2015
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