Savannah Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, September 26, 1966
Add to My HeroesJimmy Lee Bland
Officer Jimmy Bland was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a drunk driver. The suspect served a 15-year prison sentence and was released in 1981.
Officer Bland had served with the Savannah Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Released after serving sentence
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