Deputy Sheriff Thomas Shain, Collin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

Deputy Sheriff Thomas Shain

Collin County Sheriff's Office, Texas

End of Watch Monday, July 2, 1860

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Thomas Shain

Deputy Shain was shot and killed while investigating a recent rash of robberies. He had interviewed a farm owner and was searching the nearby area when he located a man feeding several horses. As he talked to the man he recognized a brand on one of the horses and attempted to place the man under arrest. The suspect produced a revolver and fatally shot Deputy Shain.

Deputy Shain had served with the Collin County Sheriff's Office for 2 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Deputy Sheriff Shain,
On today, the 165th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Collins County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 2, 2025