Petition to Exhume Buford Hayse Pusser: The Final Chapter in a Long-Overdue Investigation

For decades, Sheriff Buford Hayse Pusser has been mythologized as the fearless lawman behind Walking Tall. But beneath the Hollywood veneer lies a trail of unanswered questions, sealed files, and shattered families. It’s time to confront the truth.

Following my successful petition demanding transparency in the murder of Pauline Pusser—Buford’s wife—and my ever growing petition for the reopening of the Louise Hathcock homicide, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has now confirmed what many suspected: Buford Pusser would be indicted today for Pauline’s death. Their forensic reconstruction and autopsy findings revealed inconsistencies in Buford’s statements and physical evidence that contradict the long-held ambush narrative.

Yet Buford himself has never undergone a full autopsy.

This petition demands the exhumation of Buford Hayse Pusser to determine:

- Whether his seven gunshot wounds and eight stab wounds were truly self-inflicted, or part of a staged narrative to cover up criminal acts.

- His blood alcohol content and toxicology profile at the time of death—critical data that could reveal impairment, drug use, or foul play.

- Whether forensic evidence on his body aligns with the timeline and claims surrounding his alleged heroism.

An autopsy on Buford could finally answer:

- Was his death part of a larger cover-up?

- Did he orchestrate violence for fame and deflection?

- What role did substance use play in his actions and demise?

This is not about vengeance. It’s about truth. Families deserve closure. Historians deserve facts. And the public deserves to know whether they’ve been sold a legend built on lies.

Join me in demanding justice—not just for Pauline, but for every victim silenced by myth-making. Let Buford’s body speak the truth his legacy never did.

For decades, Sheriff Buford Hayse Pusser has been mythologized as the fearless lawman behind the iconic story portrayed in 'Walking Tall.' But beneath the Hollywood veneer lies a series of unanswered questions, sealed files, and the echoes of shattered families that demand our attention. It’s time to confront the truth, seek justice, and bring closure to those affected by these historical events.

As someone who has tirelessly advocated for transparency in the cases of the murder of Pauline Pusser, Buford's wife, and the reopening of the investigation into the homicide of Louise Hathcock, I stand once more to demand the unveiling of hidden truths. While my previous petitions were instrumental, leading to minimal progress, it is clear more strenuous efforts are needed to uncover the entire truth that history has concealed.

Despite the passage of time, there remain serious allegations and lingering mysteries surrounding the circumstances that led to the violent episodes within Buford Pusser's life. Only a complete, unhindered investigation can set these matters to rest. This requires the exhumation of Buford Hayse Pusser himself—a crucial step in conducting a thorough re-evaluation of the evidence and possibly new forensic analysis.

Buford Pusser's life and legacy have long captivated the public, but it is only right to ensure that justice is not left to be blind to facts that have been obscured for generations. Families torn apart by these unsolved mysteries deserve answers, and the truth should no longer remain hidden under layers of myth and secrecy.

Join me in urging the relevant authorities to approve the exhumation and to prioritize a comprehensive investigation that can finally illuminate the shadowed corners of these infamous cases. Sign this petition to help bring clarity to the narrative of Buford Hayse Pusser and, ultimately, justice for everyone affected by this enduring enigma.