Compton Police Department, California
End of Watch Monday, February 22, 1993
Add to My HeroesJames Wayne MacDonald
Officer MacDonald and Officer Kevin Burrell were shot and killed while making a traffic stop at the intersection of Rosecrans Avenue and Dwight Avenue.
The subject was a parolee and was in possession of a handgun. The subject was able to break free as the officers attempted to handcuff him. He fired at both officers with another gun he still had concealed on his person.
The man was arrested and convicted of two counts of murdering a police officer and received the death penalty.
Officer MacDonald had served with the Compton Police Department for 18 months. He was survived by his parents and brother.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge 1032
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to death
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Officer Kevin Michael Burrell
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EOW: February 23, 1993
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My condolences to the family and friends of Officer MacDonald, his sacrifice to the community and his Department will never be forgotten.I promise to always honor the code and be the best that I can be.
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