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John Thomas

Case from New-orleans, LA dated Mar 10, 1901

Victim Details

John Thomas

Male

White / Caucasian

New-orleans

LA

1901-03-10

John

Thomas

06/20/2026

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In the lively city of New Orleans, Patrolman John Thomas, a dedicated male officer, tragically lost his life on March 10, 1901. The night was filled with the usual sounds of the city, but at a dance hall located at the intersection of Lizardi and Rampart Streets, a violent altercation broke out. Patrolman Thomas, in the line of duty, stepped in to quell the disturbance. It was during this heroic act of intervention that he was fatally shot.

The death of Patrolman Thomas sent ripples throu ...
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    Has anyone else looked into the legal proceedings following Patrolman John Thomas's murder? I recent... ...Read More
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