Sam P Dobyns

Murdered

Sam P. Dobyns was a police officer with the Birmingham Police Department in Birmingham, Alabama. He lost his life in the line of duty on September 19, 1920. On this day, Officer Dobyns was involved in a raid on an illegal gambling house. During the operation, he was shot and killed.

The incident highlights the dangers and risks that law enforcement officers face, particularly in the early 20th century when such raids were common and often fraught with danger. Officer Dobyns's death is r ...Read More

Officer Sam P. Dobyns