Police Officer John Alfred Salter, Sr., Jasper Police Department, Alabama

Police Officer John Alfred Salter, Sr.

Jasper Police Department, Alabama

End of Watch Friday, October 13, 1944

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John Alfred Salter, Sr.

Officer Alf Salter was shot and killed while attempting to serve warrants for traffic violations on a man.

Officer Salter, with five other officers, went to the man's home on East 18th Street to serve the warrants. When Officer Salter knocked on the door, the man refused to open the door and opened fire, striking Officer Salter. Officer Salter was transported to the People's Hospital, where he passed away.

The 30-year-old suspect was tried and acquitted in 1945.

Officer Salter had served in law enforcement for at least 17 years, also serving with the Walker County Sheriff's Office. He was survived by his wife and two sons, one daughter, one granddaughter, four brothers, and four sisters.

Bio

Age 59
Tour 17 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

warrant service

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Officer Salter,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Jasper. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 13, 2024