Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Oklahoma
End of Watch Wednesday, April 27, 1977
Add to My HeroesCell C. Howell
Lieutenant Howell was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a motorist and his pregnant wife in Oklahoma City. As he was talking to the couple in their vehicle, the intoxicated driver swerved into the left lane, ran a car off the road, and struck him. The suspect was later apprehended by Oklahoma City police officers.
The 59-year-old subject was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 5 years in prison. After serving two years he was denied parole.
Lieutenant Howell had been with the agency for 19 years.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 19 years
- Badge 19
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 5 years
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