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James W. Murray

Case from Burnet, TX dated Dec 20, 1901

Victim Details

James W. Murray

Male

Burnet

TX

1901-12-20

47

James

W. Murray

06/30/2026

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James W. Murray, a 47-year-old male, was the Burnet County Constable's Office - Precinct 1 officer in Texas. On December 20, 1901, he was shot and killed while investigating shots he heard near his home. As he approached the source of the disturbance, he encountered a deranged man armed with a gun. In an attempt to disarm the man, Constable Murray was mortally wounded. Despite his injuries, he managed to return fire and killed the suspect. Constable Murray was survived by his wife and seven chil ...
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