Today as part of our effort to learn about the names on the Eastern Shore Police Association memorial wall, we acknowledge a law enforcement officer from Talbot County, Maryland. Deputy Sheriff Thompson was shot and killed while attempting to recapture five prisoners who had escaped from the Easton Jail. As Deputy Thompson and another deputy walked up to a home, belonging to the brother of three of the escapees, the prisoners opened fire, killing Deputy Thompson instantly. The other deputy ran for help and all five were soon recaptured. Source: ODMP.org
Remembering Deputy Sheriff Thomas J. Thompson
Talbot County Sheriff's Office, Maryland
End of Watch Saturday, March 1, 1902
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Sincerely,
Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement
