Talladega Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, February 12, 1921
Eugene Hobbs
Officer Hobbs was killed when his throat was slit while attempting to arrest a man for stealing a sweater.
The suspect was convicted of murder and executed on June 16, 1922.
Officer Hobbs was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon
- Offender Executed in 1922
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 90th 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.
Time never dimishes respect, not even 9O years.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 12, 2011
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