Bryan Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, June 17, 1874
Add to My HeroesJames 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
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Hanged and shot by an angry mob
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer 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
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June 17, 2024
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