Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, August 27, 1921
Add to My HeroesGeorge Clem Douglas
Deputy Sheriff George Douglas was shot and killed while he and his son attempted to serve an arrest warrant on a man at dredging camp at the head of the Miami Canal in the Bare Beach area (modern-day Lake Harbor).
Both Deputy Douglas and his 17-year-old son were shot but only Deputy Douglas died as a result. The suspect was identified but never apprehended.
Deputy Douglas had served the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office for just one year. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender At large
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Douglas,
Even though it’s been over 100 years since your End of Watch you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Palm Beach County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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