Dothan Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Monday, December 7, 1914
Add to My HeroesHugh H. DeShazo
Officer Hugh DeShazo was shot and killed by a man while walking his beat. He had stopped at a local grocery store to use the phone when a man entered and shot him four times.
The 45-year-old suspect, who pleaded insanity, was convicted of first degree murder, and sentenced to life. He was paroled on March 21, 1923.
Officer DeShazo had served with the agency for only 1 month. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 month
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Paroled in 1923
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer DeShazo,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dothan.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 7, 2024
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