South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, South Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, October 3, 1974
Add to My HeroesCharles Levon McNeill
Officer McNeill was shot and killed after he and another officer issued citations to three hunters for hunting deer in a game sanctuary. After issuing the citations the suspects began to argue with the officers and of them opened fire, killing Officer McNeill and wounding the other officer. The three men fled but were apprehended at a later time.
Officer McNeill had served with the Department of Natural Resources for 23 years. He was survived by his wife and three daughters.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 23 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 16 gauge
- Offender Apprehended
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