Jasper Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Friday, October 13, 1944
Add to My HeroesJohn Alfred Salter, Sr.
Officer Salters was shot and killed while attempting to serve warrants for traffic violations on a man. The 30-year-old suspect was tried and acquitted in 1945.
He was survived by his wife and two sons, one daughter, one granddaughter, four brothers, and four sisters.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Salter,
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 Jasper. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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October 13, 2024
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