Dallas County Sheriff's Department, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, June 5, 1878
Add to My HeroesGeorge V. Vise
Deputy Vise drowned in a creek following a posse ride.
At about 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 5 June 1878, Deputy Vise was returning to Hutchins after searching for an escaped horse thief. While crossing Cottonwood Creek, his horse bucked him off and he was caught in some foliage and drowned.
He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in Peace Deputy Sheriff George V. Vise. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice protecting the citizens of Dallas County, Texas.
I Pray for Peace for your Family and Ancestors.
Amen.
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