Deputy Sheriff Joseph R. Buchanan, Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy Sheriff Joseph R. Buchanan

Fannin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Tuesday, May 12, 1885

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Joseph R. Buchanan

Deputy Buchanan and Sheriff Thomas Ragsdale were shot and killed as they attempted to serve warrants on suspected horse thiefs. As the officers approached the house the two brothers opened fire, killing them.
Deputy Buchanan was survived by his wife.

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Age 54
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, May 11, 1885
Weapon Rifle
Offender Not available

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Deputy Sheriff Buchanan,
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 Fannin County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 12, 2025