George W. Brown, a 35-year-old police officer from Oakland, California, tragically lost his life on December 17, 1904. Officer Brown was on duty when he encountered a suspect who had recently committed a robbery. The suspect, fearing arrest, opened fire on Officer Brown, resulting in his death. This incident occurred while Officer Brown was performing his patrol duties, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement officers during that era.
Following the shooting, an off-duty police o
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