Patrolman Gus Chitwood, El Paso Police Department, Texas

Patrolman Gus Chitwood

El Paso Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, February 13, 1915

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Gus Chitwood

Patrolman Gus Chitwood was shot and killed while investigating gunfire in an alley.

While shining his flashlight in the alley a shot rang out, striking him. A suspect was apprehended and taken to detectives office. While in custody he confessed to the murder of Patrolman William Paschall two months earlier.

After the confession he attempted to grab an officer's handgun and was shot and killed by other officers.

Patrolman Chitwood was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Friday, February 13, 1914
Weapon Handgun; .41 caliber
Offender Shot and killed

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Patrolman Chitwood,
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 El Paso. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 13, 2025