Patrolman Fulton House Anthony, South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina

Patrolman Fulton House Anthony

South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina

End of Watch Saturday, March 10, 1973

Fulton House Anthony

Patrolman Fulton Anthony was shot and killed by a prisoner while transporting the man to jail in Greenville County. He and another officer had arrested a male and female suspect and placed both of them in the rear of the patrol car.

As the two officers transported the two to jail the male suspect produced a five-shot .38 caliber handgun and shot Patrolman Anthony in the back of the head four times. He also accidentally shot the woman in the arm. He then tried to shoot the other officer but was out of ammunition. The other officer returned fire, killing the suspect.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Shot and killed

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 37th 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 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 10, 2010