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On August 12, 1896, in Blocton, Alabama, Deputy Sheriff L. Griffin Bass of Bibb County was fatally shot by an individual seeking revenge for his brother's death. The assailant had previously escaped from the Pratt Mines Penitentiary, where he was serving a sentence for murder. Following his escape, Deputy Bass joined a posse to apprehend him. During this pursuit, the fugitive ambushed and killed Deputy Bass.
In the aftermath, law enforcement intensified their efforts to capture the fugi ...Read More
In the aftermath, law enforcement intensified their efforts to capture the fugi ...Read More
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Louis Griffin
Male
Blocton
AL
1896-08-12
43
Louis
Griffin
11/16/2025
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Has anyone else been struck by the courage and dedication Deputy Bass showed in this tragic case? It... ...Read More
07/12/2024
07/12/2024
I can't stop thinking about the bravery of Deputy Sheriff L. Griffin Bass in this tragic situation. ... ...Read More
06/20/2023
06/20/2023
