Police Officer Bernard M. Bennett, Sacramento Police Department, California

Police Officer Bernard M. Bennett

Sacramento Police Department, California

End of Watch Wednesday, May 13, 1970

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Bernard M. Bennett

Officer Bernard Bennett succumbed to gunshot wounds inflicted four days earlier when he was shot by a sniper while patrolling Oak Park on 35th Street.

He was shot with a high powered rifle and the round penetrated the roof of his patrol car and his helmet, before striking him in the head.

No one was ever convicted for his murder.

Bio

Age 25
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, May 9, 1970
Weapon Rifle
Offender Not available

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Officer Bennett.
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 Sacramento. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

May 13, 2020