Charleston Police Department, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, December 22, 1878
Add to My HeroesJohn Harlow
Policeman John Harlow was shot and killed while attempting to break up a disturbance the intersection of King Street and Calhoun Street at 3:00 am.
While on the scene he was attacked by a crowd, struck in the head with a bottle, and shot in the stomach.
Policeman Harlow was survived by his mother and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 Reflections“Requiscat In Pace” Officer John Harlow, immigrant from Ireland and dutiful Peace Officer.
Jay Murphy
great great nephew
August 7, 2019
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