Deputy Sheriff Charles M. Cole, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama

Deputy Sheriff Charles M. Cole

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Alabama

End of Watch Tuesday, July 24, 1894

Charles M. Cole

Deputy Cole and Deputy James Smith were shot and killed while attempting to serve warrants on a father and son involved in a previous murder. When the two deputies approached the family's home the suspects opened fire, killing both deputies.

Both suspects fled into nearby hills where they were located by a posse.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 126th anniversary of your death. 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 Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 24, 2010