Hot Springs Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch: Monday, February 12, 1996
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: 12 years
Badge Number: 152
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: February 12, 1996
Weapon Used: Handgun; .380 caliber
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life
Patrol Officer Chris Anderson was shot and killed while serving an arrest warrant at a home on Lafayette Street.
He allowed the subject to enter his home to dress but the man emerged with a handgun and shot Officer Anderson in the throat twice, killing him instantly. The man then stole Officer Anderson's patrol car and service weapon. He then led officers on a vehicle and foot pursuit before being arrested.
The man, who had a history of mental illness, was convicted of Officer Anderson's murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Anderson had served with the Hot Springs Police Department for 12 years. He is survived by his wife and daughter.