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Harold E Groover

Case from Lafayette, AL dated Oct 08, 1949

Victim Details

Harold E Groover

Male

Lafayette

AL

1949-10-08

25

Harold

E Groover

Yes

06/26/2026

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In the autumn of 1949, a fatal encounter unfolded in Lafayette, Alabama, that ended the life of Constable Harold E. Groover. On Saturday, October 8, 1949, the 25-year-old male lawman was tragically shot and killed. The incident occurred while he was in the process of repossessing furniture from a local man.

The aftermath of the shooting led to a swift response from law enforcement. A 39-year-old suspect was identified and apprehended later that same night in Lafayette. This individual was ...
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