Decatur Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Tuesday, June 5, 1951
Lester Kenneth Setser
Constable Lester Setser was shot and killed after taking a drunk man home. As he was leaving the man shot him four times in the back. He was able to return fire but did not strike the suspect.
On September 21, 1951, the suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison
Constable Setser had served with the agency for 2 years. He was survived by his expectant wife and five children. Constable Setser was a World War II veteran.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Luger
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsMy great-grandfather was your assassin. I am very sorry for the events that transpired your untimely demise.
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