Florida State Beverage Department, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, August 11, 1942
Fred Lamar Tillis
Inspector Tillis was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer during a liquor raid. The other officer was struggling with a suspect when his gun discharged, striking Inspector Tillis in the abdomen.
Inspector Tillis was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Accidental)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsInspector Tillis,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Florida. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
August 11, 2017
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