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Policeman George Eppley | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Policeman

George Eppley

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Wednesday, September 19, 1917

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 30

Tour: 7 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/19/1917

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Sentenced to 20 years

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Policeman George Eppley was shot and killed during an assassination attempt of a political candidate for the city council. Policeman Eppley was guarding the candidate at the time.

The suspect was convicted and sentenced to 20 years in prison.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 93rd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.


Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 19, 2010

 

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