St. Joseph Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Wednesday, October 26, 1921
Add to My HeroesAlbert Marsh Hall
Patrolman Albert Hall and Chief of Detectives Thomas Johnson were shot to death, and two other officers wounded, in a gun fight with a robbery suspect who had barricaded himself in his home.
Minutes later the suspect was smoked out of his house and shot and killed by police and service men who had joined them.
Patrolman Hall had served with the St. Joseph Police Department for seven months.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
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View all 4 ReflectionsTo fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 93rd anniversary year of your death. I am privileged 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 officer Larry Lasater
January 5, 2014
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