Lieutenant George W. Bannister
Baton Rouge City Police Department
Louisiana
End of Watch: Thursday, March 3, 1966

Biographical Info
Age: 41
Tour of Duty: 17 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, March 3, 1966
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Apprehended

Lieutenant George Bannister was shot and killed while investigating an accident at North 26th Street and Gayosa Street. He approached a juvenile believed to be one of the drivers. When he asked the boy for his license the suspect shot him through the car window. The suspect fled but was later apprehended after shooting a state trooper.

Lieutenant Bannister had served with the agency for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.