Arabi Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Saturday, July 9, 1938
Add to My HeroesFreeman O. Epps
Town Marshal Freeman Epps was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for being drunk in public.
During the arrest, the man pulled a small pistol from his pocket and shot Marshal Epps in the neck and chest. Despite being mortally wounded Marshal Epps was able to return fire and severely wounded the subject. An angry mob formed around the unconscious man and then lynched him by pouring gasoline on him and setting him on fire.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Lynched by mob
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsThank you for your service and please know that on this 82nd anniversary of your heroic and untimely departure, your sacrifice will always be remembered. Rest in peace always
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 9, 2020
