Patrolman Perry Floyd Patton

Perry Floyd Patton

Patrolman Patton was shot and killed while responding to a robbery call at a local convenience store at 2:00 a.m.

When he arrived at Allsup's Convenience Store, he located the suspect one block away. The two became involved in a struggle, and the suspect gained control of Patrolman Patton's weapon and shot him. The suspect then stole Patrolman Patton's patrol car and fled.

The suspect was arrested later in the morning and charged with capital murder. He pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to 99 years in prison.

Patrolman Patton was a veteran of the Texas Army National Guard and had served with the Munday Police Department for 2 years. Survivors include his wife, daughter, parents, and siblings.