Trooper James David Young, Georgia State Patrol, Georgia

Trooper James David Young

Georgia State Patrol, Georgia

End of Watch Sunday, May 4, 1975

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James David Young

Trooper Young and Sergeant Willis Haralson, of the Cordele Police Department, Georgia, were shot and killed by a suspect who had managed to gain control of Trooper Young's service weapon. Trooper Young had arrested the man and brought him to the Cordele Police Department for a breath test when the suspect attacked the trooper.

The suspect was later apprehended and sentenced to life but served only 14 years.

Trooper Young served with the Georgia State Patrol for five years.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 5 years
Badge 481

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Served 14 years

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Trooper Young,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Georgia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 4, 2025