John Little

Murdered

Police Officer John W. Little of the Birmingham Police Department in Alabama lost his life in the line of duty on Saturday, November 7, 1908. The cause of his death was gunfire.

Officer Little was one of the early casualties in the history of the Birmingham Police Department, which has seen a total of 51 line of duty deaths since its inception. His death highlights the dangers and sacrifices made by law enforcement officers, even in the early 20th century.

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Police Officer John W. Little