Officer Charles Hoard
Hopkinsville Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, December 12, 1907
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Officer Charles Hoard was shot and killed by one of three men he had arrested for drunkenness.
The suspect, a popular young attorney who claimed self defense, was charged with murder and released after he posted a $5000 bond. His first trial ended with a hung jury. His second trial resulted in a acquittal. After the trial the suspect's health began to fail. On July 15, 1913, in a very bad state of health, he shot and killed himself.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsLooks like the killer got convicted anyway.
David Weeks
June 15, 2020
