Canton Police Department, North Carolina
End of Watch Tuesday, May 21, 1974
Add to My HeroesGeorge Rogers
Patrolman George Rogers was shot and killed after responding to a domestic disturbance.
He was familiar with the couple involved but as he began to approach the house the male subject began firing a rifle at the responding officers. Patrolman Rogers took cover behind his cruiser but was struck in the head by a piece of shrapnel when his cruiser was struck by a rifle round.
The subject was apprehended, convicted of second degree murder, and sentenced to life. He was released from prison January 5th, 1994.
The town of Canton named the downtown bridge over the Pigeon River after Patrolman Rogers
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour 21 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Released in 1994
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPatrolman Rogers,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Canton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 21, 2024
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