Southern Pines Police Department, North Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, April 4, 1991
Add to My HeroesCharles Edward Harris
Detective Charles Harris was shot and killed in his own home by several drug dealers in a case of retaliation after he arrested them.
The subjects discovered where he lived, went to his home, and shot him as he answered the door. His wife was also shot and wounded. Eight subjects were arrested in connection with his murder. The man who shot him was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life plus 60 years in prison. He was denied parole in 2013 and again in 2014.
Detective Harris was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served in law enforcement for 20 years. He had served with the Hoke County Sheriff's Office before joining the Southern Pines Police Department. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 20 years
- Badge 857
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life plus 60 years
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