Atlanta Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Friday, April 26, 1985
Add to My HeroesPhilip Bruce Mathis
Officer Mathis was shot and killed while moonlighting as a security guard at Lenox Square Mall. He was shot as he entered a storage room and surprised a possible burglar.
Officer Mathis had been with the agency for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 15 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsThis was my first close to home experience in losing part of my blue family. You will never be forgotten.
Karen Kelley Daughter of Dale Kelley
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