Author: Memorial Committee

As Officer George attempted to place Moreland in handcuffs a struggle ensued and Officer George broadcast a request for assistance. Numerous officers responded in emergency mode from Districts One, Four, and Five, but too late. Read the Full Story

Patrolman Boers approached, raised a revolver and shot him in the abdomen. Patrolman Boers pushed Mrs. Jones to safety, yelling, “Look out, Margaret. He’s after you! He got me, but don’t let him shoot you.   <Read the Full Story>