Sheriff Joseph L. Hood, Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Sheriff Joseph L. Hood

Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, March 19, 1840

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Joseph L. Hood

Sheriff Joseph Hood was killed after being stabbed with an arrow while struggling with a member of the Comanche tribe at the "Council House Fight." The fight began over the release of hostages being held by the tribe

Sheriff Hood was a veteran of the Republic of Texas Army and had served as the Bexar County sheriff for three years. He was survived by eight siblings.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Stabbed
Weapon Edged weapon; Bow and arrow
Offender Not available

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Sheriff Hood, you died so many years ago, but I'm glad your service and sacrifice is still remembered 184 years later. Rest in peace and thank you sir for your service.

March 19, 2024