William Lee
1943
William Marion Lee.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
Gunfire
What Happened
Police Officer William Lee was shot and killed by a man he was transporting to the county jail after arresting him for drunk driving. The prisoner had a concealed handgun strapped to his leg.
The man, 47, was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. He was paroled on April 29, 1954.
Officer Lee was a United States military veteran.
The man, 47, was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. He was paroled on April 29, 1954.
Officer Lee was a United States military veteran.
Survivors
He was survived by his expectant wife, three children, and parents.
Service Record
Also Served
Glynn County Police Department
Police Officer
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