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James Mitchell

Case from Belton, TX dated Jul 22, 1910

Victim Details

James W. Mitchell

Male

White / Caucasian

Belton

TX

1910-07-22

30

James

Mitchell

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On July 22, 1910, in Belton, Texas, Constable James W. Mitchell, a 30-year-old white male, was fatally shot while investigating reports of a suspected "peeper." After an unsuccessful search, Constable Mitchell was returning to his office when the suspect emerged and shot him in the back. Despite his injuries, Constable Mitchell managed to identify the assailant to fellow officers before succumbing to his wounds.

The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Henry Gentry, an African American mal ...
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  • Ruth Caldonia (Saylors) Mitchell (1907-1991) | WikiTree FREE ...
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