Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, March 2, 1962
Add to My HeroesCharles Eugene "Gene" Morris
Trooper Charles Morris was shot and killed in Patrick County while assisting deputies to make an arrest at the scene of a domestic disturbance at home approximately 1/2 mile north of the North Carolina line, near Stuart.
The subject opened fire with a 20 gauge shotgun, striking Trooper Morris twice. A deputy on the scene said Trooper Morris made no outcry and realized later that he had been shot. The deputy dragged Trooper Morris to his patrol car and drove him to Stuart Hospital.
The man was arrested a short time later hiding in a field near his house.
Trooper Morris had served with the Virginia State Police for four years. He was survived by his wife, parents, three brothers, and six sisters. He was preceded in death by his four-month-old son.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 20 gauge
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsTrooper Morris,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer 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.
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