Montgomery Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Tuesday, January 5, 1982
Add to My HeroesMary P. McCord
Officer McCord was a Vice and Narcotics Detective who was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspected drug dealer on Traction Avenue. As the suspect resisted arrest he shot Officer McCord and shot and seriously wounded her partner. The suspect turned himself in a short time later. He was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death. In 1985 he received a new trial and was sentenced to life without parole.
She was the first female Alabama Police Officer killed in the line of duty.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsDetective McCord,
Your EOW date was within two days of my full time hire date. Much of my career was spent working dope and major crimes with female partners. I treasure you all. Godspeed sweet angel.
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