Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, August 24, 1924
Add to My HeroesFrank E. Corley
Policeman Frank Corley was shot and killed while investigating the sounds of gunfire behind a pharmacy at the intersection of 12th Street and Hooper Avenue.
Several men were playing a craps game behind the store when an argument ensued. One of the men opened fire, wounding one of the other players. Policeman Corley, who was walking by, ran into the store to investigate when he was shot.
The subject fled the scene but was later apprehended. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, and was paroled on November 20, 1930.
Policeman Corley was a WWI veteran and served with the Los Angeles Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 414
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Paroled
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View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Corley,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served during World War I.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 24, 2024
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