Game Warden Lonnie F. Boggus, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia

Game Warden Lonnie F. Boggus

Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia

End of Watch Thursday, August 21, 1930

Lonnie F. Boggus

Game Warden Lonnie Boggus was shot and killed near Covington, Newton County, by a man who held a held a grudge against him for sending him to prison.

The suspect had recently been released after serving two years for illegally fishing with a seine net.

The suspect was apprehended and charged with murder. His brother was also arrested in connection with the murder. Both were tried and acquitted.

Bio

Age 37
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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 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. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

March 19, 2013