Constable John S. Wofford, aged 32, of the Wood County Constable's Office - Precinct 3 in Texas, was fatally shot on February 4, 1907, in Quitman, TX. He and his brother, Deputy Sheriff Amos Wofford, were attempting to arrest a father and son for liquor violations at the intersection of Elm and Bowery Street in Winnsboro. During the arrest attempt, one of the suspects produced a handgun and opened fire, fatally wounding both lawmen. In return fire, both suspects were also shot and killed.
The incident was a tragic end to Constable Wofford's career in law enforcement, and he was survived by his wife, son, and daughter. The suspects were identified as the father and son involved in the liquor violations, but no further details about their identities or backgrounds were provided.
The case did not lead to any significant litigations or investigations beyond the immediate response to the shooting. The incident was documented as a result of gunfire during an arrest attempt for alcohol violations.
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