Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Friday, April 6, 1973
Add to My HeroesNorman Frederick Buchman
Police Officer Norman Buchman was shot and killed with his own service weapon while struggling with a known local drug dealer in the 2500 block of Quantico Avenue.
The suspect, 23, was apprehended, convicted of second-degree murder, and sentenced to 30 years.
Officer Buchman was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was the recipient of a Purple Heart. He had served with the Baltimore City Police Department for four years and was assigned to the Northwest District. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and two siblings.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 2253
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 30 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 28 ReflectionsOfficer Buchman,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S, Army in Vietnam. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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