Fresno Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, December 8, 1979
Add to My HeroesLanny "Skip" Stevenson
Officer Skip Stevenson was shot and killed after he broke an argument between another off-duty officer and a man at a party at 1228 P Street in Fresno. As the two officers left the party the suspect opened fire, killing Officer Stevenson.
The suspect, 25, was arrested four hours later and charged with murder. On June 26, 1980, he was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 17 years to life.
Officer Stevenson had served with the Fresno Police Department for six months. He was survived by his son, father, mother, brother, and sister.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, December 7, 1979
- Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 35 ReflectionsI love you grandpa wish you were still here you would be so proud about what your son has become. You will also love what grandma has done to raise such great parents. Love you- Bennett Stevenson
Bennett Stevenson
grandson
June 11, 2022
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