Killing of George J. Van Buren in Georgia in 1939

Incident

Case summary

George J. Van Buren, age 47, a school principal, was killed in 1939 by unknown shooter(s) in Adel, Cook County, Georgia. At the time of his death, Van Buren was principal of a local training school and was preparing to open a new vocational school. He was shot on the porch of his home. Deputy Sheriff W.R. Lott had seven people arrested. Grand jury outcome unknown.

Victim(s):

George J. Van Buren


Date of incident: 1939-08-24
Location: Adel, Cook County, Georgia
Location type: victim's home
Allegation against victim: providing educational opportunities for local black workers

Coroner process
Coroner/inquest: yes
Finding of no legal responsibility: yes

Criminal process
Arrest: yes
Charge/indictment/information: [ ]
Grand jury: yes
Trial: [ ]
Conviction: [ ]
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