Ellaville Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, December 24, 1934
Add to My HeroesWilbur B. Souter
Chief Souter was shot and killed while transporting a 17 year old boy he had arrested for shoplifting to jail. The suspect grabbed the chiefs service revolver and shot him once, killing him instantly. Officers captured the suspect in a swamp near Ellaville the next day.
The suspect was convicted of Chief Souter's murder. He was executed in the electric chair on January 21, 1935.
Chief Souter is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Executed in 1935
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsThis is the first time we've ever seen this site. Wilbur B. Souter is my husbands Grandfather. My husband was named for him, Wilbur B. Justice. So great to know that others remember. My husband never knew his grandfather except through his grandmother and it has been wonderful seeing this site. Thank you all.
Grandson
Grandson
December 25, 2015
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