John Lally

Death by Force

Corporal John F. Lally of the New Orleans Police Department was shot and killed on July 27, 1900, while attempting to apprehend a violent suspect. The suspect, who had murdered two police officers three days earlier, opened fire on officers as they attempted to take him into custody. Corporal Lally, along with Sergeant Gabe Porteous, was killed in the ensuing gunfight. The suspect then barricaded himself inside the home, leading to a prolonged standoff. Keeper Van Kuren and several other officer ...Read More

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Reflections for Corporal John F. Lally

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