Officer James Wayne MacDonald, Compton Police Department, California

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James Wayne MacDonald

Compton Police Department, California

End of Watch: Monday, February 22, 1993

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Age: 24

Tour: 1 year, 6 months

Badge # 1032

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 2/22/1993

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Sentenced to death

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Officer MacDonald and Officer Kevin Burrell were shot and killed while making a traffic stop. As the officers attempted to handcuff him, he somehow got loose. The suspect fired at them with another gun he had concealed on his person. The man was arrested and convicted of two counts of murdering a police officer and received the death penalty.

Officer MacDonald had been with the agency for 18 months and was survived by his parents and brother.

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Officer Kevin Michael Burrell
Compton Police Department, California
End of Watch: Tuesday, February 23, 1993
Cause: Gunfire

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I visit James' grave when I go to the cemetary to visit my father's grave. My dad was a Highway Patrol officer and he rests not far from James resting place. His name is David Pedersen and his badge is carved into his headstone. Though it seems silly, there was something about knowing my dad is not alone and that "back up" is close by. Silly, considering I never knew you, but I've known so many police officers throughout my life that I see your picture and feel as if I do know you.

Erik Pedersen
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April 6, 2013

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