Fulton County Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, August 19, 1991
Add to My HeroesChristopher Bieker May
Police Officer Christopher May was shot and killed after he responded to a shooting in a residential neighborhood on River Valley Road.
Although responding officers had initially thought it was a drive-by shooting, a woman had been shot while sitting in her yard by a mentally ill next-door neighbor with a high-powered rifle.
As Officer May approached in an attempt to interview those at the neighbor's home at 6 p.m., the suspect shot him in the face at close range from an ambush position in the garage. The suspect was shot and killed several hours later during a SWAT team raid at the residence.
Officer May had served with the Fulton County Police Department for three years. He was survived by his parents, brother, and grandparents.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 188
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .30-.06
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 76 ReflectionsI responded on a second alarm with FCFD. I also worked at American Pie and Chris also worked their extra. He was a work colleague and a good friend of mine. I was there when he was killed and helped carry his body down to the street to the ambulance. I am haunted to this day by his death. Peace my brother.
David Harris, FAO
Fulton County Fire Dept.
August 15, 2023
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