Corporal Charles William Hill, Alexandria Police Department, Virginia

Corporal Charles William Hill

Alexandria Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch Wednesday, March 22, 1989

Charles William Hill

Corporal Charles Hill was shot and killed after the Alexandria SWAT team was called to a hostage situation at 316 Hopkins Court.

A drug dealer from New York City had come to collect a debt. While on the scene, the suspect exited the house with a shotgun pointed at the hostages's head. A police sniper fired at the suspect and hit him in the heart. Before he died, the suspect was able to open fire, killing Corporal Hill and wounding a second officer.

The wounded officer committed suicide in 1993 after battling the stress from the incident four years earlier.

Corporal Hill had served with the Alexandria Police Department for 13 years and had previously served with the New York City Police Department. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 13 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun
Offender Shot and killed

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29 years ago, our world was forever changed. The boys and I have learned to live a life without you sadly. We have missed you so much especially with the milestones. The boys are doing well and talk of you often. They remind me so much of you, each in their own ways. You would love your granddaughters, they are beautiful and full of life. Chuck, you will always be with me, in my heart and in our sons. Love you always and forever!

Ginny
Spouse

March 22, 2018