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John Riley Manning, a 26-year-old officer from the Bessemer Police Department in Alabama, met a tragic end on April 5, 1889. He was shot and killed while in the line of duty, specifically during an attempt to serve a warrant at a suspect's home.
The incident occurred when Officer Manning approached the suspect, who had previously threatened him. Despite the risks, Manning proceeded with his duties, leading to a fatal confrontation. The suspect's actions resulted in Manning's death, mark ...Read More
The incident occurred when Officer Manning approached the suspect, who had previously threatened him. Despite the risks, Manning proceeded with his duties, leading to a fatal confrontation. The suspect's actions resulted in Manning's death, mark ...Read More
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John Riley Ning
Male
White / Caucasian
Bessemer
AL
1889-04-05
26
John
Riley Ning
11/07/2025
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05/09/2024
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05/09/2024
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