Columbus Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Wednesday, November 6, 1946
Add to My HeroesSumpter Burns
Sergeant Burns was killed in a motorcycle accident when a vehicle ran a red light at 4th Avenue and 8th Street and struck him. He succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsSumpter Burns was my Grandfather. He was killed in 46 but I was not born until 57. My mother was his youngest daughter.
Michael Gabbard
Grandfather
October 20, 2020
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