John Wainwright

Murdered
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On August 30, 1909, Deputy Sheriff John L. Wainwright of the Clarke County Sheriff's Department in Alabama was fatally shot in Jackson while attempting to arrest two brothers. During the arrest, one of the brothers opened fire, resulting in Deputy Wainwright's death. The assailant was subsequently convicted of first-degree murder and executed by hanging in Grove Hill on October 22, 1909. His brother received a ten-year prison sentence for his involvement in the incident.

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    Victim Details

    John Wainwright

    Male

    Jackson

    AL

    1909-08-30

    John

    Wainwright

    Yes

    11/22/2024

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