Burnside Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, September 30, 1948
Add to My HeroesGeorge Prentice Southwood
Marshal George Southwood was shot and killed at the Burnside Bridge by a local constable he attempted to arrest for drunkenness. The constable opened fire with a pistol as Marshal Southwood approached his truck.
The 63-year-old suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life.
Marshal Southwood was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Sentenced to life
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