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James H. Carter
End of watch — Sunday, March 18, 1928
- Rank
- Policeman
- Serial number
- Unknown
- Division
- Central
- Location
- Alpine and Grand (on Alpine 30 feet w/o Grand)
- Cause of death
- Shot by a Robbery Suspect
Policeman James Carter was shot and killed while searching two suspects. As he searched the first suspect the second man stepped back and shot Policeman Carter. Despite being mortally wounded Policeman Carter returned fire and pursued the suspects until he collapsed.
Record published by the Los Angeles Police Department. View the source
Whether this name is engraved on the wall today has not yet been confirmed against the foundation’s roster.