Atlanta Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Friday, August 28, 1959
Add to My HeroesCharles J. Busby
Officer Charles Busby was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a drunk driver on Marietta Boulevard, NW. The impact threw Officer Busby 459 feet.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of murder, speeding, and drunk driving. They were convicted but only served seven years of the sentence.
Officer Busby had served with the agency for nearly three years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years, 11 months
- Badge 1197
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Convicted; served 7 years
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