John Blue

Death by Force

Town Marshal John A. Blue, a law enforcement officer in Pineview, Georgia, met a tragic end on May 31, 1904. While attempting to arrest a 22-year-old man for disturbing the peace, Marshal Blue was fatally shot. The incident occurred during a routine duty, highlighting the inherent dangers faced by law enforcement officers. The suspect, whose name is not mentioned in the available sources, was subsequently convicted of manslaughter. He received a sentence of ten years in prison but was paroled in ...Read More

Town Marshal John A. Blue

Reflections for Town Marshal John A. Blue, Pineview Police ...