City Marshal John T. Morgan, Taylor Police Department, Texas

City Marshal John T. Morgan

Taylor Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, July 16, 1884

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John T. Morgan

Marshal Morgan succumbed to wounds sustained two days earlier during an altercation with the owner of a local ice cream parlor. The suspect was tried for the murder and acquitted.

Marshal Morgan had been elected to the position in April 1883. He was survived by his sister.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 1 year, 3 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, July 14, 1884
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

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City Marshal Morgan,
On today, the 140th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Taylor.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 16, 2024