In the history of Baton Rouge law enforcement, the name J.B. Hare is remembered for a sudden and violent end to a long career. After 25 years of service with the Baton Rouge Police Department, Chief Hare was a veteran officer. His life was cut short on Thursday, November 16, 1911, in a confrontation with one of his own officers.
The incident began when an officer reported to duty while intoxicated. This breach of conduct led to the officer being suspended by his supervisor. The suspended
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