Gerald Monroe Bubba Gibson

In the quiet community of Treadway, Tennessee, a dedicated law enforcement officer's life was tragically cut short in a tense and prolonged standoff. Deputy Sheriff Gerald Monroe 'Bubba' Gibson, a 53-year-old white male, was a respected veteran of the Hawkins County Sheriff's Department, having served his community for 15 years. His commitment to public service also included a tour of duty as a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

On July 13, 2000, what began as a response to a ...