Fayette County Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, August 17, 1925
Add to My HeroesFelt Jones
Officer Jones was killed in an automobile accident while he and three other officers were driving to Coweta County to assist authorities there search for a murder suspect. The Coweta County sheriff had requested officers from Fayette County bring dogs to assist in the search.
Their vehicle left the roadway on a curve near Fairburn, Georgia. Two of the other officers were also injured.
Officer Jones was survived by his wife, three sons, and daughter.
Bio
- Age Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Jones,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fayette County.
BPA Mike Casey
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