Louisville Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, July 7, 1890
Add to My HeroesGeorge E. Roberts
Patrolman George Roberts died after being punched in the neck by a man he was attempting to arrest at an election polling place near the intersection of Ormsby Avenue and Second Street.
The polling place precinct sheriff attempted to prevent Patrolman Roberts from posting material at the location and started fighting him. When Patrolman Roberts attempted to place him under arrest the man struck him, breaking his neck.
The man was initially charged with murder but plead guilty to a lesser charge of manslaughter. He was fined $50, but the fine was later dismissed by Kentucky's governor.
Patrolman Roberts had served with the Louisville Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
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