George Smith

In an event that unfolded with tragic swiftness, Policeman George T. Smith of the Suffolk Police Department was shot and killed. Earlier in the day, he had arrested a man, a railroad foreman, for being drunk in public. The man was subsequently released on bail.

Following his release, the man made threats against Policeman Smith. He then purchased a pistol and ammunition. Around 7:10 p.m., as Policeman Smith was returning to his beat after having dinner, the man located him in the business ...

Policeman George T. Smith