Patrol Officer Asa Duke Mullis, Sr., Valdosta Police Department, Georgia

Patrol Officer Asa Duke Mullis, Sr.

Valdosta Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Tuesday, August 12, 1924

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Asa Duke Mullis, Sr.

Officer Mullis was shot and killed while chasing a suspect. He and several officers were raiding an illegal whiskey operation when one of the suspects fled on foot. Officer Mullis gave chase and as he jumped over a fence the suspect shot him. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries the next day.

The suspect, 35, was apprehended by a posse early the next morning. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. He escaped from prison on July 24, 1927, and captured on February 17, 1928. He escaped from prison again March 21, 1932. No record of a recapture.

Officer Mullis was survived by his wife and six children.

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Age 48
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, August 11, 1924
Weapon Handgun
Offender Escaped from prison

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Officer Mullis,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Valdosta. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 12, 2024