Martinsville Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, June 14, 1919
Add to My HeroesGeorge Fountain Carter
Policeman Carter was shot and killed with his own gun while attempting to observe illegal gambling. He was known as an officer who targeted gambling. While hiding himself in some woods to observe a crap game, two brothers located him and shot him in the heart with his own weapon.
Both brothers were arrested and charged with murder. Two months later one escaped from the Martinsville Jail. On December 5, 1930, he was captured in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Charged with murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYou were my great great uncle. Our family never forgot you.
We remember you each year at the MHC Police Memorial Service. A family member has always attend to stand for you. Your great nephew Sheriff James Carter was diligent in making sure the fallen would be remembered. So it is and so shall it forever be.
Cathie Carter
Niece
March 7, 2019
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