Taylorsville Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Tuesday, October 24, 1978
Add to My HeroesEdwin Glenn Bond, Jr.
Officer Edwin Bond was shot and killed at 1000 hours after talking with a man who had just been in a domestic dispute. He encountered the man at a local grocery store and informed him to go home to cool off. As Officer Bond drove away, the suspect grabbed his .30-.30 rifle and opened fire, striking Officer Bond through his back window. His cruiser came to rest against a nearby home. The suspect, 24, surrendered to authorities the next day. A motive for the shooting could not be established.
The suspect was sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Bond had been employed with the Taylorsville Police Department for 2 years. He is survived by his parents.
Bio
- Age 20
- Tour 2 years
- Badge T-3
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .30-.30
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Bond. Young and honorable!
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 28, 2020
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