Trooper George Tillman Radford

Trooper George Tillman Radford | South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina
South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina
Trooper George Tillman Radford

South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina

End of Watch Saturday, October 29, 1988

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George Tillman Radford

Trooper George Radford was shot and killed while on duty. The suspect had submerged his body in a pond off of SC Highway 34, where it was found the following day.

The suspect in his murder was found not guilty in his fifth trial in 1999. He had been found guilty in two previous trials and the other two trials resulted in hung juries.

Trooper Radford had served with the South Carolina Highway Patrol for 16 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, mother, and three siblings.

Bio

  • Age 41
  • Tour 16 years
  • Badge 699

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Acquitted after five trials

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You won't be forgotten by your Brothers and family for your sacrifice and service to your state. It's sad that the people you served could not do the same for you.

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February 12, 2023

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