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On January 24, 1938, Chief of Police B.B. Cox of the Sheffield Police Department in Alabama was fatally shot while attempting to break up a fight at a local dance hall. Despite being mortally wounded, Chief Cox managed to return fire, striking the assailant six times and killing him. At the time of his death, Chief Cox was 49 years old and had dedicated a decade to serving the Sheffield community. He was survived by his wife and six children.
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B.B Cox
Male
White / Caucasian
Sheffield
AL
1938-01-24
49
B.B
Cox
11/20/2025
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I recently came across the story of Chief B.B. Cox, and it's been really touching to see how deeply ... ...Read More
09/09/2024
09/09/2024
While reading about Chief B.B. Cox's tragic story, one detail that really stood out to me is how he ... ...Read More
06/13/2024
06/13/2024
I'm really struck by the bravery shown by Chief B.B. Cox during that tragic night at the dance hall.... ...Read More
02/24/2023
02/24/2023
