Fort Worth Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, November 19, 1983
Add to My HeroesRobert F. Camfield
Detective Robert Camfield was shot and killed while working off-duty security at a nightclub after arresting a man with a gun. A second suspect grabbed Detective Camfield's partner's gun, pointed it at Detective Camfield and demanded the gun be returned.
Detective Camfield drew his weapon and fired at the suspect, who fired back. Detective Camfield and the suspect were both fatally wounded.
Detective Camfield had served with the agency for nearly 22 years.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 21 years, 11 months
- Badge 755
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Shot and killed by Det. Camfield
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsDetective Robert F. Camfield will never ever be forgotten. May his soul forever rest in peace.
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