Martins Ferry Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch: Monday, September 4, 1893
Age: 39
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: September 4, 1893
Weapon Used: Handgun; Pistol
Suspect Info: Sentenced to 9 years
Policeman George Murphy was shot and killed at the Cook and Whitby Circus by a circus employee.
The subject was having a confrontation with a bystander when he drew a pistol and shot Policeman Murphy three times as the officer attempted to arrest him.
The man was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to nine years in prison December 7th, 1893.
Policeman Murphy was survived by his wife, six children, and parents.