Aiken County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Tuesday, March 6, 1990
Add to My HeroesCharles Lendy Freeman
Sergeant Charles Freeman suffered a fatal heart attack after he was attacked and kicked in the chest while attempting to subdue a suspect. He had gone into cardiac arrest shortly after being kicked. Four days later he suffered a second, fatal heart attack.
The suspect was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and resisting arrest. He was paroled after serving only three years in prison.
Sergeant Freeman had served with the agency for 13 years. He was survived by his wife, five children, and 12 grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Saturday, March 3, 1990
- Weapon Person
- Offender Paroled after 3 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 22 ReflectionsSgt. Freeman,
On today, the 35th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Aiken County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 6, 2025
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