Chief of Police Wilbur B. Souter, Ellaville Police Department, Georgia

Chief of Police Wilbur B. Souter

Ellaville Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Monday, December 24, 1934

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Wilbur B. Souter

Chief Souter was shot and killed while transporting a 17 year old boy he had arrested for shoplifting to jail. The suspect grabbed the chiefs service revolver and shot him once, killing him instantly. Officers captured the suspect in a swamp near Ellaville the next day.

The suspect was convicted of Chief Souter's murder. He was executed in the electric chair on January 21, 1935.

Chief Souter is survived by his wife and two daughters.

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Age 41
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Executed in 1935

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Chief Souter,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ellavile. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 24, 2024