Marshal Harlan Taylor

Marshal Harlan Taylor

Morganfield Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Sunday, December 23, 1883

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Harlan Taylor

Marshal Taylor was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for public intoxication. The suspect, who shot Marshal Taylor in the head, was sentenced to 10 years at hard labor for the murder.

Marshal Taylor had served with the agency for only 11 months.

Bio

  • Age 21
  • Tour 11 months
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to 10 years

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 128th 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 who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 23, 2011

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