Amarillo Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Monday, November 11, 1985
Add to My HeroesJames Delbert Mitchell, Jr.
Sergeant James Mitchell was shot and killed while returning home from work when he stopped to render aid at the scene of a one-car accident he witnessed on I-27.
The driver of the vehicle began to flee. When Sergeant Mitchell ordered him to stop, he opened fire with a 9 mm handgun, striking Sergeant Mitchell four times.
The shooter was sentenced to death and was executed in 2002.
Sergeant Mitchell had served with the Amarillo Police Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; 9 mm
- Offender Executed in 2002
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View all 20 ReflectionsWhat a beautiful sentiment you wrote Nee' Nee'. Our mothers and Uncle would have been so proud! I love you!
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