Patrolman John M. Arnold, Nashville City Police Department, Tennessee

Patrolman John M. Arnold

Nashville City Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Thursday, February 12, 1885

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John M. Arnold

Patrolman Arnold was shot and mortally wounded while attempting to arrest a well-known desperado and ex-con. He developed blood poisoning and died five weeks later. The suspect was charged with murder and released after posting bond. Seven months later during his trial he shot and killed a witness who was going to testify against him. He went into hiding and was shot and killed a year later by a man in Hickman County.

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Age 55
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Tuesday, January 6, 1885
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Later shot and killed

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Patrolman Arnold,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Nashville.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 12, 2025