Deputy Sheriff Joseph Mallory Gassman

Deputy Sheriff Joseph Mallory Gassman | Escambia County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Escambia County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Deputy Sheriff Joseph Mallory Gassman

Escambia County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Sunday, January 30, 1966

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Joseph Mallory Gassman

Deputy Joseph Gassman was stabbed to death while attempting to arrest a fugitive for aggravated assault.

When he informed the suspect that he was under arrest the man pulled out a concealed knife and stabbed him several times.

The man was strangled to death on February 28th, 2010, by another inmate while serving a life sentence at Zephyrhills Correctional Institution.

Deputy Gassman had been with the Escambia County Sheriff's Office for nine years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 56
  • Tour 9 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Stabbed
  • Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
  • Offender Died in prison
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Uncle Joe, your kind soul, you laughter, your love of family are unforgettable. I am so glad I had the privilege and honor of knowing you and loving you. My best memory of you is of you coming to rescue me out of the trapped recliner chair at your house when nobody was listening to my pleas for help. You helped me out and gave me one of the best hugs I ever received. In that moment you won my heart forever. My worst memory is of the day we lost you and how we lost you. It all seemed so senseless to a child. I say your name many times to all the new generations in our family. I continue to love you. Thank you for your love, honor and service to family and community. You gave the ultimate sacrifice. Your niece Fawn

Fawn Thompson Oliver
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January 30, 2026

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