Morris County Constable's Office - Precinct 3, Texas
End of Watch Friday, December 16, 1892
Add to My HeroesF. M. Ledbetter
Constable Ledbetter was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man wanted for assault. The suspect shot and wounded before being taken into custody.
The killer was executed on June 9, 1893.
Constable Ledbetter was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Executed in 1893
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View all 5 Reflections132 years since your passing. You will always be remembered for your service and the ultimate sacrifice that you made.
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