Patrolman Herbert V. Fitzgerald, Savannah Police Department, Georgia

Patrolman Herbert V. Fitzgerald

Savannah Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Thursday, August 1, 1929

Herbert V. Fitzgerald

Patrolman Fitzgerald was shot and killed by a man he sought to arrest on charges for shooting a woman. The suspect was shot and killed minutes later by another officer when he resisted arrest.

He had served with the agency for 7 years.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 84th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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 Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 25, 2013