Birmingham Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Sunday, October 7, 1973
Add to My HeroesFelix Underwood
Officer Felix Underwood was shot and killed at the scene of a traffic accident. While attempting to investigate the traffic accident a emotionally disturbed person jumped in his car and shot him.
It was later discovered that the shooter had committed a murder prior to killing Officer Underwood. The shooter was remanded to a mental institution for 10 years.
Officer Underwood had previously served with the United States Navy and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years in a mental instit
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