Caroline County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, June 12, 1830
Add to My HeroesThomas Griffin Thornton
Sheriff Thomas Thornton was shot and killed while attempting to serve a writ on a man.
The man was apprehended, convicted of Sheriff Thornton's murder, and subsequently hung on November 26th, 1830.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsHe is my 5th great grandfather. Thank you for your service. Sorry for the loss to our country and police force and the family and community
Heather Thornton 5th great grand daughte
Family
September 20, 2024
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