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Palmer Morrison Watts

Case from Tuscaloosa, AL dated Aug 15, 1918

Victim Details

Palmer Morrison Watts

Male

White / Caucasian

Tuscaloosa

AL

1918-08-15

47

Palmer

Morrison Watts

Yes

07/10/2026

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In the summer of 1918, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff Palmer Morrison Watts, a 47-year-old male, met a violent end while carrying out his duties. On August 15th, Sheriff Watts was attempting to raid an illegal still when he was shot and killed. The individual responsible for his death had reportedly made prior threats to kill any law enforcement officer who tried to take him into custody.

Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene, prompting a search. He was later discovered hiding in ...
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  • Sheriff Palmer Morrison Watts - Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP)
  • Tuscaloosa County Sheriff Palmer Morrison Watts, 1871 - 1918
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    Has anyone else been interested in the historical context surrounding the murder of Sheriff Palmer M... ...Read More
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