Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, February 9, 1972
Douglas J. Alexander
Detective Douglas Alexander was shot and killed by one of two men while attempting to stop a robbery of a bar while off duty.
In an exchange of gunfire, he was hit in the face with a shotgun blast. He shot one of the suspects in the hip. Both suspects were captured the next day.
Detective Alexander was a U.S Army veteran and had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 20-1/2 years.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 20 years, 5 months
- Badge 892
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 16 gauge
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsI found this page completely by accident, but am glad that I did. Detective Alexander (PopPop) was my grandfather. Although I was only 8 when he was killed, I remember that day like it was yesterday. He will always be in my heart and never forgotten. Thank you all for the kind words.
Tanya L Alexander-Smith
Grand-daughter
September 14, 2018
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