United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, December 1, 1888
Add to My HeroesThomas Goodson
Deputy Marshal Goodson was shot and killed in Carter County, Tennessee, while attempting to arrest moonshiners. He was shot and killed by the suspects near Roan Mountain on December 1, 1888, but his body wasn't discovered until December 11, 1888.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Tennessee
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsIn your death you are not forgotten. The lonely figure in a wilderness, forging ahead to enforce our laws and protect the people, you are the very image of the all American hero. As we praise you for you service and ultimate sacrifice, we pray that God protects your soul and spirit.
Rest in peace my brother!!
G. Wayne Pike--United States marshal
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February 22, 2022
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