Hamlet Police Department, North Carolina
End of Watch Tuesday, May 5, 1942
Add to My HeroesJohn B. Fallow
Chief of Police John Fallow was shot and killed as he and another officer attempted to arrest a man who had murdered his own wife, two sisters-in-law, and nephew.
The subject was shot and killed by a posse the following day.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsChief Fallow,
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 Hamlet. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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