Statham Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Friday, February 1, 1907
Add to My HeroesJames W. "Jim" Hammond
Town Marshal Jim Hammond was shot and killed by a subject he had found sleeping on the railroad tracks.
When the man woke up he produced a handgun and shot Marshal Hammond in the chest, killing him. He was arrested and charged with Marshal Hammond's murder. He was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsTown Marshal Hammond, rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 6, 2019
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