Deputy George Thomas Cherryhomes, Young County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy George Thomas Cherryhomes

Young County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, February 24, 1915

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George Thomas Cherryhomes

Deputy George Cherryhomes was shot and killed by two suspects who were breaking into the Young County Courthouse.

The suspects, including the former county judge, were attempting to destroy records of wrongdoing by the former county judge. Deputy Cherryhomes shot and killed one suspect and wound the other before he died.

Deputy Cherryhomes was survived by his wife and five children.

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Age 44
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot

burglary

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Deputy Cherryhomes,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Young County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 24, 2025