Sheriff Jack L. Gillespie

Sheriff Jack L. Gillespie | Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
Sheriff Jack L. Gillespie

Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office, Georgia

End of Watch Friday, March 22, 1940

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Jack L. Gillespie

Sheriff Gillespie succumbed to a stab wound sustained two days earlier while attempting to break up a fight at the Dahlonega Public Square. A large crowd had gathered to await the day's election results. Two men began to fight and Sheriff Gillespie immediately intervened. One of the men stabbed him in the side.

Despite being mortally wounded, Sheriff Gillespie took the man into custody. The sheriff was taken to Downey Hospital where he died two days later.

The suspect was convicted of Sheriff Gillespie's murder and sentenced to only 5 to 7 years.

Sheriff Gillespie had served with the agency for 3 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Stabbed
  • Incident Date Wednesday, March 20, 1940
  • Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
  • Offender Sentenced to 7 years
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Rest in Peace, Sheriff Gillespie. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 1, 2012

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