Patrolman Charles Grady Sheppard, Anderson Police Department, South Carolina

Patrolman Charles Grady Sheppard

Anderson Police Department, South Carolina

End of Watch Sunday, April 20, 1975

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Charles Grady Sheppard

Patrolman Charles Sheppard succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when a juvenile female intentionally broad-sided his patrol car while he was stopped at a red light at the intersection of North Fant Street and East Calhoun Street.

The girl was under the influence of narcotics at the time of the incident.

After being extricated from the wreckage, he remained in a coma for two days until succumbing to his injuries. The girl who murdered him was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and released from jail after serving a short sentence.

Patrolman Sheppard had served seven years with the Anderson Police Department. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Friday, April 18, 1975
Weapon Automobile; Narcotics involved
Offender Released from jail

Impaired Driver, juvenile offender

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Patrolman Sheppard,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Anderson. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 20, 2025