Police Officer John Yelverton, Pensacola Police Department, Florida

Police Officer John Yelverton

Pensacola Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, June 3, 1899

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John Yelverton

Police Officer John Yelverton was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man wanted for a shooting in Georgia. The suspect was arrested and sentenced to life in prison. He was denied a parole on December 22, 1914.

Officer Yelverton was survived by his wife and son.

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Age 43
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

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Officer Yelverton,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pensacola.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 3, 2024