Patrolman Samuel Bryson

Patrolman Samuel Bryson | Savannah Police Department, Georgia
Savannah Police Department, Georgia
Patrolman Samuel Bryson

Savannah Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Wednesday, November 4, 1868

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Samuel Bryson

Patrolman Bryson and Patrolman Robert Read were shot and killed killed while attempting to restore order during a riot that broke out during the 1868 Presidential election. The riot was started by citizens opposing candidate Ulysses S. Grant. Three citizens were killed and 17 injured.

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Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Not available
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