Deputy Robert Bruce Parsons

Deputy Robert Bruce Parsons | Denton County Sheriff's Office, Texas
Denton County Sheriff's Office, Texas
Deputy Robert Bruce Parsons

Denton County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Thursday, August 6, 1925

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Robert Bruce Parsons

Deputy Parsons was shot eleven times and killed. The suspects were later arrested and the shooter was sentenced to 99 years in prison. On August 10, 1935, he was pardoned by Governor Miriam A. Ferguson.

Deputy Parsons had been in law enforcement for 40 years.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 40 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Not available
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Sentenced to 99 years
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Deputy Parsons,
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 Denton County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 6, 2025

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