Patrolman James Layne
Ashland Police Department
Kentucky
End of Watch: Friday, October 8, 1937

Biographical Info
Age: 34
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, October 8, 1937
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Shot and killed by Ptl. Layne

Patrolman Layne was shot and killed when he attempted to arrest a known robbery suspect while off duty. Before he died Patrolman Layne was able to return fire, killing the suspect.

Patrolman Layne was survived by his wife.