Police Officer John Alfred Salter, Sr.

Police Officer John Alfred Salter, Sr. | Jasper Police Department, Alabama
Jasper Police Department, Alabama
Police Officer John Alfred Salter, Sr.

Jasper Police Department, Alabama

End of Watch Friday, October 13, 1944

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John Alfred Salter, Sr.

Officer Salters was shot and killed while attempting to serve warrants for traffic violations on a man. The 30-year-old suspect was tried and acquitted in 1945.

He was survived by his wife and two sons, one daughter, one granddaughter, four brothers, and four sisters.

Bio

  • Age 59
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Acquitted

warrant service

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Officer Salter,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Jasper. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 13, 2024

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