On December 12, 1989, Officer Clois W. Lamb, 43, was killed inside the Columbus, Georgia police station when someone entered and opened fire. Another officer was wounded in the same attack. The shooter ran on foot but was captured several blocks away by responding officers and charged in the killing.

Officer Lamb had served with the Columbus Police Department for three and a half years and was survived by his wife and two children. The attacker was later convicted of murder and sentenced to life plus 20 years.

If anyone remembers that day or has information about Officer Lamb’s service and family, please share what you know.