Cape Girardeau Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Saturday, October 27, 1917
Add to My HeroesAlbert Demortiers
Patrolman Demortiers was shot and killed by a suspect he had removed from the street earlier in the night for being drunk. The suspect was sentenced to 18 years in prison, but died after serving 7 years.
Patrolman Demortiers had served with the Cape Giradeau Police Department for 6 months. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Died in prison
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