Patrolman Charlie G. Pearce, Attalla Police Department, Alabama

Patrolman Charlie G. Pearce

Attalla Police Department, Alabama

End of Watch Saturday, April 2, 1955

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Charlie G. Pearce

Patrolman Charlie Pearce was killed in an accident when he was assaulted while transporting a prisoner to jail.

He had just arrested the man for public intoxication and placed him in the rear of the cruiser, which did not have a cage. During the driver to jail the man reached around and grabbed Patrolman Pearce around the neck, causing the cruiser to strike a tree. Both Patrolman Pearce and the suspect were killed.

Patrolman Pearce had served with the agency for 10 years.

Bio

Age 56
Tour 10 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Person
Offender Killed in accident

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Patrolman Pearce,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Attalla. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 2, 2025