Private George William Crump, a 45-year-old officer with the Alexandria Police Department, tragically passed away on October 28, 1893. His death was the result of an accidental gunshot wound sustained two months earlier. The incident occurred at the old City Hall Police Station located at 126 North Fairfax Street. On that fateful day, Private Crump and another officer were present in the station when the other officer's weapon accidentally discharged. The bullet struck Private Crump in the knee,
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