Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, October 21, 1977
Add to My HeroesDavid Earle Bailey
Police Officer David Bailey succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained six days earlier when he attempted to take action during a robbery attempt while off duty in the North Rialto Shopping Center.
Several juveniles approached him and a friend and displayed a firearm. As Officer Bailey took cover the subject opened fire. Officer Bailey identified himself and attempted to disarm the juvenile, but was shot in the face and thigh.
The subject who shot him was arrested.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour Not available
- Badge 21939
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, October 15, 1977
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Arrested
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