Philadelphia Policeman George Eppley

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This Day in History - September 19th

Policeman George Eppley
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Wednesday, September 19, 1917

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Wednesday, September 19, 1917
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to 20 years

Policeman Eppley was shot and killed during an
assassination attempt of a political candidate for the
city council. Policeman Eppley was guarding the
candidate at the time.

The suspect was convicted and sentenced to 20 years in
prison.