Nashville City Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Saturday, March 17, 1934
Add to My HeroesCharles B. Sanders
Patrolman Charles Sanders was shot and killed by members of the Blue Sedan Gang during a robbery. Although wounded, Patrolman Sanders was able to return fire and killed one of the four suspects. The remaining three men were arrested and sentenced to 99 years in prison.
In January of 1949 one of the suspects was paroled even though he had killed a fellow inmate while incarcerated. Another suspect was denied parole in March of 1949. The third suspect had his sentence commuted to life in 1964 making him eligible for parole.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender One shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Sanders,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Nashville.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 17, 2024
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