Logansport Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, December 3, 1989
Add to My HeroesCharles Davis Downs
Patrolman Downs was dragged to death by a vehicle being driven by a domestic assault suspect. Patrolman Downs was attempting to stop the man from driving from the scene and jumped onto the side of the car.
The suspect refused to stop and Patrolman Downs was dragged to death after becoming caught in the car.
Patrolman Downs was survived by his wife, seven children, and two grandchildren.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsRevisiting my father in law’s memorial page, thinking of the FIL I never got to meet.
Rest In Peace, Patrolman Downs!
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