United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Friday, January 26, 1877
Add to My HeroesAlbert Gibson
Deputy U.S. Marshal Albert Gibson was ambushed and shot at #45 Poplar Avenue in Memphis by his nephew because Deputy Marshal Gibson was scheduled to testify in court regarding the counterfeiting charges against his brother-in-law. Deputy Gibson was shot in the face and back at 8 p.m. and died at the scene.
The 23-year-old suspect was apprehended in Paducah, Kentucky, a few days later. After two mistrials his third trial resulted in an acquittal.
Deputy Marshal was a Confederate soldier in the Civil War, he was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 8 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Tennessee
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acguitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDUSM Gibson,
On today, the 148th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 26, 2025