Deputy Sheriff Francis Marion Alford

Deputy Sheriff Francis Marion Alford | James County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
James County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
Deputy Sheriff Francis Marion Alford

James County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee

End of Watch Thursday, July 4, 1912

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Francis Marion Alford

Deputy Sheriff Francis Alford was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man who was shooting his guns in the air near a picnic in Birchwood.

Deputy Alford deputized a citizen to help him arrest the man. As they approached him the man shot Deputy Alford in the head, killing him. The man was arrested after engaging in a shootout with the deputized civilian.

The man was convicted of Deputy Alford's murder and sentenced to 20 years in prison.

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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to 20 years

weapons violation

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Deputy Sheriff Alford,
On today, the 112th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of James County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 4, 2024

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