Merchant Policeman George W. Lee, Alexandria Police Department, Indiana

Merchant Policeman George W. Lee

Alexandria Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Thursday, December 7, 1899

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George W. Lee

Merchant Policeman George Lee was shot and killed as he interrupted a thief at the Alexandria Post Office. The suspect was apprehended two days later in Swayze.

The suspect was released several days later when it was determined he was somewhere else at the time of the incident.

Policeman Lee had served with the Alexandria Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 36
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Released

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Officer Lee,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Alexandria.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 7, 2024