Buffalo Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, April 9, 1997
Add to My HeroesCharles E. McDougald
Officer Charles McDougald and another officer were shot at approximately 0045 hours after approaching a suspicious person who may have been stripping a car.
As the officers approached, the suspect turned and fired at them. Officer McDougald was struck in the chest and died a short time later at the hospital. He was not wearing a vest at the time of the shooting.
The 18 year-old suspect, who had a previous history of violent crimes, was found guilty of murder of a police officer and attempted murder of a police officer and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Officer McDougald had served with the Buffalo Police Department for 8 years and was assigned to Precinct 12. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 2778
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 60 ReflectionsI met Skip at the Academy in 1988. He sat near me and we spoke often before and between classes. His friendly, intelligent and dignified personality, I will always remember. May god continue to watch over your loved ones.
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