Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, May 29, 1976
Add to My HeroesTomie Michael Tucker
Patrolman Tomie Tucker was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a motorcycle.
He had served with the Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol for nine years and previously served with the Travis County Sheriff's Office and the Chief of Police of the Memphis Police Department, Texas. He was survived by his wife, three children, and his father.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsI am trying to locate this officers son, also named Tomie Tucker. I have property that I would like to return to the family.
Contact at [email protected]
Thanks,
Tammy
Tammy Reed
Distant relative connection
April 7, 2023
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