Missouri Department of Corrections, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, February 4, 1924
Add to My HeroesJames Hart
Guard James Hart was beaten and strangled to death by three inmates who were attempting to escape from the Missouri State Penitentiary.
The inmates were able to make it out of the prison during a severe winter snowstorm but were tracked by officers and fatally shot.
Guard Hart had served with the Missouri Department of Corrections for three years.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 88th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. . My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 4, 2012
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