Washington State Department of Corrections, Washington
End of Watch Monday, February 12, 1934
Add to My HeroesHerbert L. Briggs
Officer Herbert Briggs was beaten and then stabbed after being taken hostage by five inmates at the Washington State Penitentiary. The incident later became known as the Lincoln's Day Massacre.
All five inmates were shot and killed.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Person
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Briggs,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Washington. There is other job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 12, 2024
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