Alexandria Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Thursday, February 17, 1927
Add to My HeroesOpal J. Hughes
Chief Opal Hughes was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant as a result of a domestic incident.
The suspect opened fire after the officers discovered a still inside the home. The following day, the offender responsible for Chief Hughes' murder was killed in town.
Chief Hughes had served with the Alexandria Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Chief Hughes.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
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