Georgetown Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Sunday, October 22, 1893
Add to My HeroesGeorge William James
Night Policeman George James was shot and killed on Main Street in front of the county courthouse.
The previous night he had witnessed two men playing craps in a local business and alerted the city marshal. The marshal responded to the scene and told both men to appear at the court the following Monday to face charges of gambling.
The day before they were told to appear one of the men encountered Policeman James standing in front of the courthouse and confronted him about the charges. After exchanging words the man began to pull out a handgun. Policeman James also drew his weapon and exchanged shots with the subject. Policeman James was struck once and killed instantly. The subject was also struck and killed.
Policeman James had served with the Georgetown Police Department when needed for approximately three years. He was survived by his wife, five children, and several siblings.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer James,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Georgetown.
R.I.P.
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