Constable Sam M. Moore

Constable Sam M. Moore | Williamson County Constable's Office - Precinct 2, Texas
Williamson County Constable's Office - Precinct 2, Texas
Constable Sam M. Moore

Williamson County Constable's Office - Precinct 2, Texas

End of Watch Friday, February 16, 1934

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Sam M. Moore

Constable Moore and Marshal Henry Lindsey, of the Granger City Marshal's Office, were shot and killed while placing a prisoner in a jail cell. The suspect had been arrested for failing to pay a $28.50 fine for disturbing the peace and abusive language. As the two officers placed the man in the jail cell he produced a .38 caliber handgun and shot both men to death. The suspect was convicted of both murders and executed in 1935.
Constable Moore was elected constable in 1932.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 2 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
  • Offender Executed in 1935
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Constable Moore,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Williamson County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 17, 2024

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