Leesburg Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, February 13, 1924
Add to My HeroesJames Lee Hux
Chief of Police James Hux was shot and killed while trying to locate a moonshine still in a swamp.
He was killed by a single shotgun blast to the back of his head.
The 18-year-old suspect was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Chief Hux had served with the Leesburg Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to Life
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