Riverside County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, July 11, 1974
Edward M. Schrader
Deputy Sheriff Edward Schrader was shot and killed with his own handgun after responding to a domestic disturbance. Deputy Schrader was told by a neighbor that the husband was hiding. When he began to search for the man the suspect rushed him. During the ensuing struggle the man gained control of Deputy Schrader's handgun and shot him.
Deputy Schrader had been with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department for 17 months. He was survived by his wife, parents, and three siblings.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 year, 4 months
- Badge 93
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Not available
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