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Town Marshal William A. Hendon of the Guin Police Department in Alabama met his demise on December 1, 1890. He was fatally shot while attempting to arrest a 17-year-old individual for drunk and disorderly conduct. The incident occurred as Marshal Hendon was performing his duties, and the young suspect, who came from a prominent local family, resisted arrest.

The shooting resulted in Marshal Hendon being shot in the head, and he succumbed to his injuries later that evening. Following the ...Read More
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Victim Details

William Hendon

Male

White / Caucasian

Guin

AL

1890-12-01

William

Hendon

12/04/2025