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John Sparks

Case from Cullman, AL dated Jun 20, 1919

Victim Details

John Sparks

Male

White / Caucasian

Cullman

AL

1919-06-20

49

John

Sparks

07/02/2026

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In the summer of 1919, a tragic event unfolded in the small town of Cullman, Alabama, forever marking its history. John W. Sparks, a 49-year-old man who had honorably served as the community's Chief of Police for five years, had recently been elected as the Cullman County Sheriff. Only six months into his new role, he found himself facing a perilous situation that would ultimately cost him his life.

On a Sunday evening, July 20th, Sheriff Sparks, accompanied by the Cullman Police Chief, p ...
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  • Sheriff John W Sparks, age 49 - National Gun Violence Memorial
  • Sheriff John W. Sparks | Cullman County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
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    I’ve been reading up on the details of Sheriff John W. Sparks' murder, and something that really s... ...Read More
    03/15/2024
    I came across an interesting detail while reading up on Sheriff Sparks' tragic death. Did anyone els... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else noticed how close Sheriff Sparks' encounter with John Mack was? It really makes you ... ...Read More
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