South River Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, February 10, 1936
Add to My HeroesCharles Eberwein
Chief Eberwein was shot and killed in police headquarters by a tavern owner who had been arrested earlier for selling illegal liquor. Chief Eberwein was speaking with one of the state liquor agents who had raided the man's tavern when the suspect walked in, produced a pistol, and shot Chief Eberwein in the chest. The 48-year-old suspect then shot at several officers before shooting himself in the head. He died three days later.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRest In Peace Chief.
Sgt. Kevin J. Nielsen (Ret.)
South River Borough
November 22, 2022
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