Date of Birth:
1879
Date of Death:
July 17, 1921
Location of Death:
Limestone County, AL
Circumstances of Death
Prohibition Agent Charles Howell and several fellow agents had just completed a still raid in Limestone County, AL. From ambush, a shot rang out and Agent Howell was instantly killed. While a number of individuals were arrested, the person that shot Agent Howell was never identified.
Background
Agent Howell joined the Prohibition Unit on August 15, 1920, with an annual salary of $1,500.
Personal
Agent Howell was born in Marion County, AL. He was survived by his wife.
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