San Diego Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, October 7, 1971
Add to My HeroesFreddie Joel Edwards
Sergeant Freddie Edwards was shot and killed when he approached a suspicious man behind a convenience store at 5202 El Cajon Boulevard.
Unbeknownst to Sergeant Edwards, the suspect had just committed an armed robbery of the store moments before.
The suspect was caught and subsequently sentenced to death several hours before the United States Supreme Court ruled the death penalty unconstitutional. However, in 1974 the suspect was murdered in prison by other inmates.
Sergeant Edwards had served with the agency for 13 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Killed in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsSgt. Edwards,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Diego. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 7, 2021
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