Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, December 24, 1950
Add to My HeroesJames R. Fields
Wildlife Officer James Fields was shot and killed after he and his partner encountered two poachers who were illegally hunting at night. One of the men fled when the officers approached them, with Officer Fields in pursuit. The man took up a concealed position in the darkness and shot Officer Fields when he came near.
On October 3, 1951, the suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years. He was paroled on February 14, 1957.
Officer Fields had served with the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission for four years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Paroled in 1957
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