Thomas Underwood was ordered by the courts to stay away from his estranged wife and young daughter. It was almost Christmas. Armed and angry that afternoon, Thomas stormed into the home where his family was staying. Marshal Johnson's response likely saved many lives that day, and cost him his own, leaving behind his wife and two sons.

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