Marshal Taylor

Death by Force

Deputy Marshal Frank Taylor, aged 24, was shot and killed on April 9, 1902, in South Fulton, Tennessee. Taylor encountered a drunken man on College Street who began cursing at him. Taylor warned the man to use better language or he would be taken to jail. In response, the man drew a revolver and shot Taylor several times, resulting in his death.

The suspect was found several hours later by an angry mob and was subsequently lynched. There were no arrests or formal investigations conducted ...Read More

Deputy Marshal Frank Taylor

Reflections for Deputy Marshal Frank Taylor, South Fulton Police ...