Talladega Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, February 12, 1921
Add to My HeroesEugene Hobbs
Officer Hobbs was killed when his throat was slit while attempting to arrest a man for stealing a sweater.
The suspect was convicted of murder and executed on June 16, 1922.
Officer Hobbs was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon
- Offender Executed in 1922
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Hobbs,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Talladega.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 12, 2021
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