Rich Square Police Department, North Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, July 16, 2000
Add to My HeroesJoseph E. White
Chief Joseph White was shot and killed with his own .45 caliber service weapon while investigating a possible gas drive off at a local gas station. He was shot after stopping a vehicle wanted in connection with the incident. A suspect in the murder was arrested on May 1, 2003, in Louisiana.
On September 12, 2005, the suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Chief White had been in law enforcement for 30 years, and is survived by his wife, several grown children, and several grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 30 years
- Badge 435
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
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