Humphreys County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Tuesday, September 15, 1914
Add to My HeroesEdward Sam Stockard
Sheriff Edward Stockard was shot and killed as he and the Waverly marshal attempted to arrest a drunk man who was threatening another man at the victim's farm along the Duck River seven miles southwest of Waverly.
When the two lawmen arrived the suspect refused to surrender. The man suddenly produced a revolver and shot Sheriff Stockard at least six times.
The marshal returned fire but did not strike the suspect, who fled to his own home. A posse located the man there a short time later. The posse opened fire on the suspect when he refused to surrender.
Sheriff Stockard was survived by his wife, two sisters, and four brothers.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsSheriff Stockard,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Humphreys County.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 15, 2024
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