Officer George W. Mattern, Des Moines Police Department, Iowa

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Officer

George W. Mattern

Des Moines Police Department, Iowa

End of Watch: Friday, April 12, 1918

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: 2 years

Badge # 54

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 8/17/1917

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Never apprehended

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Officer Geoge Mattern was shot while investigating gun shots he heard while walking his regular beat.

As he headed towards the sound of the shots he met the suspect who shot him in the abdomen. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries eight months later.

The suspect was fleeing from another officer after robbing a bar. He escaped capture and was never caught.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 94th 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
April 12, 2012

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George W. Mattern

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