Norman Lee Read

Murdered
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Patrolman Norman Lee Read of the Saraland Police Department in Alabama lost his life on December 13, 1959, due to gun violence. The incident occurred while he was responding to assist other officers during an attempt by a prisoner to escape from the police department.

During the confrontation, Patrolman Read was shot, resulting in his fatal injury. His death was a tragic event that highlighted the dangers and sacrifices made by law enforcement officers in the line of duty.

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    Victim Details

    Norman Lee Read

    Male

    Saraland

    AL

    1959-12-13

    Norman

    Lee Read

    12/04/2024

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