Constable Edward Hageman

Edward Hageman

Constable Edward Hageman was shot and killed while serving a foreclosure warrant on a man in Norton County.

Constable Hageman had traveled to the man's farm near Prairie View in Norton County, thirteen miles northwest of Logan. As Constable Hageman attempted to take possession of a team of low horses, he was attacked by the man's son.

The son struck Constable Hageman in the head with a rock as the suspect drew a pistol and opened fire on the constable. Constable Hageman returned fire, but his gun misfired. The suspect continued shooting, fatally wounding him.

The 56-year-old suspect was convicted of second-degree murder in connection with Constable Hageman's murder and sentenced to 10 years in prison on October 8, 1891.

Constable Hageman had served in law enforcement for 15 years. Prior to serving with the Logan Police Department, he had served as a Texas Ranger for the Frontier Battalion in Frio County, Texas. He was survived by his wife and five children.