Norfolk Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Tuesday, January 1, 1935
Add to My HeroesBenjamin H. Butts
Sergeant Butts was shot and killed by one of two men he and his partner had arrested after investigating the sound of shots in a dark alley. The suspect suddenly bolted from the officers, produced a pistol and shot Sergeant Butts. He was apprehended several hours later.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Apprehended
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