Tarrant County Constable's Office - Precinct 5, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, April 25, 1931
Add to My HeroesBernell Looney Barton
Deputy Constable Bernell Barton was struck and killed by a vehicle while investigating a disturbance at 3500 Hemphill Street, in Fort Worth, Texas.
While on patrol, he observed a motor vehicle collision which resulted in a fight between the drivers.
Deputy Constable Barton broke up the fight and had the men return to their cars. As he attempted to gather more information he was struck by another vehicle. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries two days later.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Thursday, April 23, 1931
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Constable Barton,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tarrant County.
R.I.P.
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