Chester Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, July 1, 1993
Add to My HeroesConnie Smith Hawkins
Police Officer Connie Hawkins was shot and killed when she responded to a 911 hangup call in the 200 block of West Fifth Street at approximately 11:30 pm.
When she knocked on the door a man inside suddenly opened it and fired one shot, fatally wounding her. The man, who was a Philadelphia Housing Authority police officer, then murdered his ex-girlfriend before fleeing the home.
He was later stopped by the Delaware State Police and arrested for DUI. The gun used to murder Officer Hawkins was located in the vehicle. The man was convicted of Officer Hawkins' murder and sentenced to death.
Officer Hawkins had served with the Chester Police Department for three years. She is survived by her husband and son.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 84
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 41 ReflectionsI decided to try to find you. You were a close friend to my mom, and a neighbor in our Sun Hill neighborhood! My mom was so devastated when this happened and took your death so hard. I’m so sorry that you had to go this way. I’m so sorry. But I’m glad your with our creator! Rejoicing and being at peace. Rest Well Neighbor ❤️
Leah Ferby
RN
September 14, 2019
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