Deputy James William Cook, Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy James William Cook

Brazoria County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Wednesday, August 26, 1925

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James William Cook

Deputy Cook was shot and killed as he and another deputy were escorting a bootlegger to jail. The man, 45, suddenly produced a pistol and shot him. The other deputy shot and critically wounded the suspect. Deputies had searched the man's home on the beach near Freeport and found a large quantity of illegal liquor.

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Age 38
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Pistol
Offender Not available

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Deputy Cook,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Brazoria County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 26, 2025