Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, March 19, 1840
Add to My HeroesJoseph L. Hood
Sheriff Joseph Hood was killed after being stabbed with an arrow while struggling with a member of the Comanche tribe at the "Council House Fight." The fight began over the release of hostages being held by the tribe
Sheriff Hood was a veteran of the Republic of Texas Army and had served as the Bexar County sheriff for three years. He was survived by eight siblings.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Bow and arrow
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsSheriff Hood, you died so many years ago, but I'm glad your service and sacrifice is still remembered 184 years later. Rest in peace and thank you sir for your service.
JP
March 19, 2024
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