Kentwood Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Tuesday, October 14, 1902
Add to My HeroesWilliam Lattimore Lea
Town Marshal William Lea was shot and killed in an act of revenge while patrolling the town at approximately 7:00 pm.
Several weeks prior a man had been fined $50 after being arrested by Marshal Lea for selling whiskey. The man held a grudge against Marshal Lea and earlier in the day he and several friends got drunk and threatened him.
Marshal Lea continued patrolling the town and was walking front of the man's store when he was shot through the head with a .38 caliber rifle. The man was charged with Marshal Lea's murder but was acquitted.
Marshal Lea was survived by his wife and 12 children.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .38 caliber
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsTwelve kids and a wife left to mourn your loss, Marshal Lea. Rest in peace. Your bravery and sincerity won't be overlooked.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 6, 2018
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