Georgia State Patrol, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, May 4, 1975
Add to My HeroesJames David Young
Trooper Young and Sergeant Willis Haralson, of the Cordele Police Department, Georgia, were shot and killed by a suspect who had managed to gain control of Trooper Young's service weapon. Trooper Young had arrested the man and brought him to the Cordele Police Department for a breath test when the suspect attacked the trooper.
The suspect was later apprehended and sentenced to life but served only 14 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 481
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Served 14 years
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Sergeant Willis R. Haralson
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EOW: May 4, 1975
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View all 14 ReflectionsMy deepest sympathies and condolences to the family members of Trooper Young. Did to his dedicated service in protecting his community he has earned his place in Heaven. Thank you for your service.
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