Pine Lawn Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Sunday, January 9, 1983
Add to My HeroesCharles E. James
Detective Sergeant Charles James was shot and killed while he and other members of his agency served a search warrant on a home in the 6000 block of Grimshaw Avenue.
He was the first member of the team to make entry and was shot when the suspect opened fire. The other officers took the subject into custody.
The subject was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for 50 years.
Sergeant James had served with the Pine Lawn Police Department for five years. He is survived by his daughter, two sons, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 107
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsDet. Sgt. James,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 9, 2023
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