Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Monday, March 8, 1937
Add to My HeroesForrest E. Sawyer
Patrolman Sawyer was shot and killed by a man who had called the police station and requested to be arrested because he was a madman. The suspect's real intention was to ambush the officers when they arrived. When Patrolman Sawyer and his partner approached the house the suspect swung the door open and opened fire, fatally wounding Patrolman Sawyer. The man then committed suicide.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
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View all 10 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Sawyer. Was wondering if you were related to newsman Forrest Sawyer?
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