Officer James Simmons

Officer James Simmons | North Charleston Police Department, South Carolina
North Charleston Police Department, South Carolina
Officer James Simmons

North Charleston Police Department, South Carolina

End of Watch Monday, October 12, 1992

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James Simmons

Officer James Simmons was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer during a seminar they were attending in Louisville, Kentucky.

The detective's weapon was accidentally discharged in their hotel room at the Holiday Inn South-Airport.

Officer Simmons had served with the North Charleston Police Department for 6 months. He is survived by his sons, parents, and two sisters.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour 6 months
  • Badge 350

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
  • Location Kentucky

accidental discharge

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Coming up on 34 years since you and I partnered up on 'double days' on patrol at NCPD.
On those days we had lots of conversations, shared a lot laughs. I miss those days and wish there could have more. RIP my brother in blue. You are not forgotten.

PFC. Randy Gray (Ret)
North Charleston PD

January 29, 2026

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