Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas A. Royal, aged 45, was accidentally shot and killed near Footville, Yadkin County, North Carolina, on January 17, 1901. He and three other deputy marshals were conducting liquor raids in the area when a Winchester rifle being carried across the saddle of another deputy marshal discharged, striking him in the side and fatally wounding him. Despite being taken to a home in Footville, he succumbed to his injuries several days later.
Deputy Marshal Royal had served with the United States Marshals Service for four years and was survived by his wife and five children.
There were no arrests, suspects, litigations, or investigations related to his death, as it was determined to be an accidental discharge. The incident did not involve any criminal activity or foul play. Deputy Marshal Royal's death was a tragic accident that occurred during the course of his duties.
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