Deputy Sheriff Thomas J. McDermott, Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee

Deputy Sheriff Thomas J. McDermott

Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee

End of Watch Tuesday, July 12, 1904

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Thomas J. McDermott

Deputy Sheriff Thomas McDermott and Deputy Sheriff Houston Mitchell were shot and killed while attempting to stop illegal gambling in Shelby County and Memphis.

They were raiding a club at 42 DeSoto Avenue when both deputies were shot and killed.

Deputy McDermott succumbed to his wounds the following day.

More than 40 suspects were arrested during the raid. Five were charged with murder. Only one was tried for murder and he was acquitted.

Deputy McDermott had served with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office for six weeks.

Bio

Age 22
Tour 1 month, 2 weeks
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, July 11, 1904
Weapon Rifle
Offender Acquitted

gambling, Raid

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Deputy Sheriff McDermott,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Shelby County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 12, 2024

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