Town Marshal Thomas H. Branch
Gainesville Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Thursday, September 23, 1875
Add to My HeroesThomas H. Branch
Town Marshal Thomas Branch was shot and killed by a man armed with a double-barrel shotgun one of the town's main streets.
The subject was acquitted after a second trial.
Marshal Branch also served as a deputy sheriff for Alachua County. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsTown Marshal Branch,
On today, the 149th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Gainesville.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 23, 2024
