In the late summer of 1903, the town of Richlands, Virginia, was struck by a tragedy that would be remembered for over a century. Acting Policeman William R. 'Sandy' Lawson, a 35-year-old man serving his community, was killed in the line of duty. His death on August 15, 1903, was the result of gun violence, a stark and brutal end to a life dedicated to law enforcement.
Details surrounding the specific incident that led to Officer Lawson's death are not widely available in online sources.
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