Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Monday, July 11, 1904
Add to My HeroesHouston Mitchell
Deputy Sheriff Houston Mitchell and Deputy Sheriff Thomas McDermott were shot and killed while attempting to stop illegal gambling in Shelby County and Memphis.
They were raiding a club at 42 DeSoto Avenue when both deputies were shot and killed.
Deputy McDermott succumbed to his wounds the following day.
More than 40 suspects were arrested during the raid. Five were charged with murder. Only one was tried for murder and he was acquitted.
Deputy Mitchell had served with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office for five years.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Acquitted
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EOW: July 12, 1904
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View all 5 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Mitchell,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Shelby County.
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