Waveland Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Saturday, December 21, 1974
Add to My HeroesJoe Louis Jushaway
Officer Jushaway was shot and killed in the parking lot of a bar on Sycamore Street by a man he had a problem with earlier. On July 14, 1975, the man, 28, was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsOfficer Jushaway,
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 Waveland. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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