Police Officer Richard Cartell Alexander, Chattanooga Police Department, Tennessee

Police Officer Richard Cartell Alexander

Chattanooga Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Thursday, October 5, 2000

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Richard Cartell Alexander

Police Officer Richard Alexander was killed when his cruiser was struck head-on by another vehicle.

He was performing administrative functions and was traveling from one city building to another when the crash occurred. As he entered an intersection, another vehicle turned directly into his cruiser. The driver of the other car and a third person were also killed in the collision.

Officer Alexander was a United States Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran who had served with the Chattanooga Police Department for 22 years. He is survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 51
Tour 22 years
Badge 379
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

routine driving, vehicle crash

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I remember you giving my sister and I sticker badges at the Bi-Lo on 23rd street. I always looked forward to seeing you there. Then one day you weren't. My Mom sat me down and told me what happened. The heart ache of a 6 year old loosing his cop friend is something still fell 25 years later. Thanks for your service and your kindness. Rest in peace sir.

Jimmy l horne
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July 15, 2025