Chief of Police Lawrence Newbern
Broxton Police Department
Georgia
End of Watch: Saturday, March 21, 1914

Biographical Info
Age: 60
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, March 21, 1914
Weapon Used: Handgun; Pistol
Suspect Info: Convicted of murder

Chief Lawrence Newbern was shot and killed while he and a constable were arresting two brothers for drunkenness and causing a disturbance. As he searched the suspects, one drew a revolver and shot him in the head. He then shot and killed his brother as he attempted to shoot the constable.

The suspect was captured two days later near Hazlehurst. He was found guilty of Chief Newbern's murder October 21, 1914.