Patrolman Donald Burton Gamblin, Jr.

Patrolman Donald Burton Gamblin, Jr. | Shawnee Police Department, Kansas
Shawnee Police Department, Kansas
Patrolman Donald Burton Gamblin, Jr.

Shawnee Police Department, Kansas

End of Watch Saturday, July 13, 1991

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Donald Burton Gamblin, Jr.

Patrolman Donald Gamblin was killed when he was struck by an intoxicated driver while on a traffic stop at approximately 9:30 am.

The driver who struck him was under the influence of Valium, cocaine, and Demerol at the time of the crash.

Patrolman Gamblin had served with the Shawnee Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, three sons, and daughter.

Bio

  • Age 39
  • Tour 12 years
  • Badge 865

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile; Narcotics involved
  • Offender Not available
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Don, Ana and I worked together at Waynesville PD for several years. We were more than co-workers. Don and I patrolled the streets together. Lost touch after his death, but never forgot.

Edward L Conley, Assist. Chief, Ret.
Waynesville Police Dpt, Ret

November 22, 2020

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