California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Sunday, October 29, 1967
Add to My HeroesCharles R. Lilly
Trooper Charles Lilly was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while he and his partner conducted a traffic stop. He was standing beside the car of a speeding driver when the car struck him. The suspect fled the scene but was apprehended minutes later when Trooper Lilly's partner pursued and forced him off the road.
The 27-year-old driver was charged with felony drunk driving, hit-and-run, and manslaughter.
Trooper Lilly had served with the California Highway Patrol for two years.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 4029
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 7, 2019
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