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Chief of Police Robert Allen Lilly, a 49-year-old law enforcement officer from Elkins, West Virginia, met a tragic end on July 22, 1901. The circumstances of his death are marked by bravery and a commitment to his duty.
On the day preceding his death, Chief Lilly responded to a call to backup another officer who was being threatened. This act of valor ultimately led to his fatal injury. During the incident, Chief Lilly was shot, and despite the immediate medical attention he received, he ...Read More
On the day preceding his death, Chief Lilly responded to a call to backup another officer who was being threatened. This act of valor ultimately led to his fatal injury. During the incident, Chief Lilly was shot, and despite the immediate medical attention he received, he ...Read More
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Robert Allen Lilly
Male
White / Caucasian
Elkins
WV
1901-07-22
49
Robert
Allen Lilly
11/04/2025
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I've been following the case of Chief Robert Allen Lilly, and one aspect that really stands out to m... ...Read More
02/05/2024
02/05/2024
I've been thinking a lot about how Chief Lilly's story highlights the incredible risks that law enfo... ...Read More
07/28/2023
07/28/2023
