Fredrick George Evans (11 February 1881 – 13 November 1912) was an Australian[1] industrial worker who rose to prominence for his role and death in the Waihi miners' strike.
[2] After three years living in New Zealand Evans found a job as a stationary engine driver at the Waihi goldmine.
In May 1912, a number of stationary engine drivers who rejected the Federation of Labour's strong positions established a breakaway union.
The shots are believed to have been fired by Evans who was then beaten to the ground by Constable Gerald Wade and trampled by the men running through the hall.
[1] The Federation of Labour organised a funeral in Auckland at Waikaraka cemetery on 17 November, where thousands of mourners lined the streets.