Long Beach Police Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, September 16, 1975
Add to My HeroesRobert R. Birdsall
Police Officer Robert Birdsall was shot and killed while searching for a suspect wanted for armed robbery, kidnapping, and attempted murder.
He confronted the man near 23rd Street and Orange Avenue in the city of Signal Hill where the suspect shot and killed him. He was apprehended after exchanging several shots with other officers. Officer Birdsall was transported to St. Mary's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to death May 5th, 1976. His sentence was later commuted to life.
Officer Birdsall served with the Long beach Police Department for 13 years. He was survived by his wife and four children
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
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