Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Narcotics, Mississippi
End of Watch Friday, September 14, 1979
Add to My HeroesHarold Lane Caldwell
Agent Harold Caldwell was shot and killed while backing up local officers investigating a kidnapping case in Corinth, Mississippi. As Agent Caldwell's partner spoke to the suspect the man began to draw a weapon. Agent Caldwell immediately intervened and attempted to disarm the man, but was fatally shot.
The suspect, 75, kidnapped a 37-year-old woman. He was charged with capital murder. On May 21, 1980, a mistrial was declared when he suddenly became very ill in court and was admitted in a hospital. Another trial date would be set if his heath permitted. That never happened, and he died in 1985.
Agent Caldwell had served with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics for 2-1/2 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge V-42
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsYou’re fondly remembered Lane as a great guy, fellow agent, massive sense of humor, hero, and father of two fine sons, Chancey and Justin.
Randy Corban
fellow agent, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics
May 22, 2022
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