Walker County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, September 13, 1952
Add to My HeroesHerman Treece
Deputy Treece and Deputy Frank Harbison were shot and killed while searching a home for illegal liquor. The suspect surrendered to the county coroner during a massive manhunt.
The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 5 years in prison November 1, 1952.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Sentenced to 5 years
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