Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Thursday, August 15, 1974
Add to My HeroesMilton I. Spell
Police Officer Milton Spell was shot and killed after stopping a suspect drunk driver in the 1600 block of North Bradford Street.
Officer Spell, who was on foot patrol, called for backup and approached the vehicle to speak with the driver. As they spoke, the driver opened fire from inside the car, striking Officer Spell in the chest and abdomen. His backup unit, who was less than one block away, heard the shots and immediately started CPR when he arrived on the scene.
Officer Spell was transported to Johns Hopkins University Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds a short time later.
The 31-year-old suspect was apprehended, convicted of first-degree murder, and sentenced to life.
Officer Spell was a United States Army veteran and had served with the Baltimore City Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 563
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 22 ReflectionsOfficer Spell,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 15, 2024
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