Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Thursday, March 3, 1966
Add to My HeroesGeorge W. Bannister
Lieutenant George Bannister was shot and killed while investigating an accident at North 26th Street and Gayosa Street. He approached a man believed to be one of the drivers. When he asked him for his license the suspect shot him through the car window. The suspect fled into a nearby wooded area where he was shot and killed by officers in an exchange of gunfire. A state trooper was shot and wounded by the suspect.
Lieutenant Bannister had served with the agency for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsI attended elementary school with your son. I remember your death and the picture that George drew of you afterwards. I think of all this every time I go by the memorial to fallen officers outside Baton Rouge City Hall. Your sacrifice and the loss to your family stays alive.
Bill Cassidy
U.S. Senator
September 28, 2020
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