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Marshall M. Bomar

Death by Force
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Deputy Sheriff Marshall M. Bomar, aged 28, tragically died on September 2, 1901, in Paris, Tennessee. Bomar was a dedicated officer with the Henry County Sheriff's Department, having served for just one year. His death was the result of a gunshot wound he sustained while attempting to arrest a man who was firing a gun at a picnic. Despite his efforts to maintain peace and safety, the situation escalated, leading to his untimely demise.

The incident occurred on September 2, 1901, when Boma ...Read More
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  • Deputy Sheriff Marshall M. Bomar
    • Victim Details

    Marshall M. Bomar

    Male

    Paris

    TN

    1901-09-02

    28

    Marshall

    M. Bomar

    11/18/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been reading up on the tragic case of Deputy Sheriff Marshall M. Bomar, and my heart really goe... ...Read More
    10/12/2024
    Has anyone looked into the atmosphere at that picnic where Deputy Bomar was trying to make an arrest... ...Read More
    08/24/2023
    Has anyone else read about the lack of leads in Deputy Bomar's murder investigation? It's just so pu... ...Read More
    01/08/2023
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