Richmond County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
End of Watch Wednesday, January 24, 1979
Add to My HeroesLarry Douglas Stevens, Sr.
Investigator Larry Stevens was shot and killed when he pulled over a man wanted for questioning in a burglary. The suspect fired several shots through Investigator Stevens' windshield and then walked to the back of his car and shot him through his rear window. The suspect was apprehended after a high speed chase and a shootout with police.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to death. In 2000 his sentence was commuted to life in prison plus 60 years.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
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