Colorado City Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, May 28, 1885
Add to My HeroesW.B. "Black" Hardeman
Deputy City Marshal Black Hardeman was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance at a variety theater.
When Marshal Hardeman attempted to arrest the subject, he was shot three times in the abdomen, chest, and face.
The subject was apprehended but no other details are known.
Marshal Hardeman had served with the Colorado City Police Department. He was survived by his wife and children.
Bio
- Age Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsDeputy City Marshal Hardeman,
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 Colorado City.
BPA Mike Casey
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