Chief of Police James Shumate, LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee

Chief of Police James Shumate

LaFollette Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Sunday, February 20, 1898

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James Shumate

Chief Shumate was shot and killed while attempting to arrest an intoxicated man. During the arrest the suspect produced a revolver and shot Chief Shumate. Despite being mortally wounded, the chief was able to raise to his knees and shot the suspect four times, killing him.

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Badge CHIEF

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Chief Shumate,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of LaFollette.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

February 20, 2023