Sour Lake Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, December 26, 1920
Add to My HeroesBenford Forrest Ray
Night Officer Ben Ray was shot and killed while on patrol.
The suspect was never identified or apprehended.
Officer Ray had served with the Sour Lake Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Never identified
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Ray,
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 Sour Lake.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 26, 2020
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