Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Virginia
End of Watch Thursday, November 1, 1934
Add to My HeroesFrank M. Tompkins
Game Warden Frank Tompkins was shot and killed in the general store in Clinchport in Scott County.
He was shot twice in the abdomen by a former deputy sheriff and mail carrier who held a grudge against him. The suspect was taken into custody and charged with his murder.
Game Warden Tompkins was survived by his wife, two daughters, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsHonoring your WWI service and your ultimate service to the Virginia Game and Fish Commission. I would love to have known you.
Judi Hankins Davis
Granddaughter of Frank M. Tompkins
November 11, 2011
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