Rusk County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, April 22, 1890
Add to My HeroesJames Thomas Rogers
Sheriff James Rogers drowned in Hardy Creek, approximately one-half mile west of the county courthouse, while returning to Henderson during the search for a wanted subject.
The creek had swollen due to heavy rainfall and he was swept into the water as he tried to cross the creek on his horse. A search was launched in the evening after his horse was found by a citizen. His body was located at about 2:00 am the following morning.
Sheriff Rogers had served as the sheriff of Rusk County for 5-1/2 yeas. He was survived by his wife and six children. He was predeceased by one daughter.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 5 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
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View all 3 ReflectionsSheriff Rogers,
On today, the 135th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Rusk County.
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