Montgomery Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, February 15, 1896
John F. Suggs
Officer John Suggs was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for beating his wife.
The suspect was arrested by officers but was then forcibly taken from the officers by angry citizens and hanged.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Lynched by citizens
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Suggs,
On today, the 115th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Montgomery.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
USBP
February 15, 2011
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