City Marshal Elias J. Daffin

City Marshal Elias J. Daffin | Lott Police Department, Texas
Lott Police Department, Texas
City Marshal Elias J. Daffin

Lott Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, July 12, 1925

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Elias J. Daffin

Marshal Daffin was shot and killed while arresting a man for a minor offense. While attempting to the lead the suspect by the arm, the suspect pulled out a .45-caliber pistol and shot Marshal Daffin, who was never able to draw his weapon. The suspect was later found not guilty. Marshal Daffin was survived by his wife and three children.

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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Found not guilty
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City Marshal Daffin,
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 Lott.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 12, 2025

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