Officer James P. Farmer, Bryan Police Department, Texas

Officer James P. Farmer

Bryan Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, June 17, 1874

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James P. Farmer

Officer Farmer was shot and killed as he stood inside a telegram store talking to two men. The suspect that fired the shot was arrested, but before he could stand trial an angry mob stormed the jail and took the suspect. They then hung the suspect in the middle of town and shot him

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Age 24
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Hanged and shot by an angry mob

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Officer Farmer,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bryan.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 17, 2024