Columbus Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Saturday, February 5, 1921
Add to My HeroesWilliam G. Pate
Officer Pate was shot and killed on 13th Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets, while working a plainclothes detail following a recent string of burglaries in the area. A suspect was identified but never charged. Officer Pate's murder remains unsolved.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Never arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Pate,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Columbus.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 5, 2021
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