Fallen Officers
During the tenure of the Texas State Police, 10 officers died in the line of duty.
| Officer | Date of death | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Private Jim Smalley |
|
Gunfire |
| Private General Bell |
|
Gunfire |
| Private Robert Steen |
|
Gunfire |
| Private August Werner |
|
Gunfire |
| Special Police Officer Green Paramore |
|
Gunfire |
| Private John Americas Stewart |
|
Gunfire |
| Private Wesley Cherry |
|
Gunfire |
| Captain Thomas G. Williams |
|
Gunfire |
| Private James M. Daniels |
|
Gunfire |
| Private Andrew Melville |
|
Gunfire |
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