Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, January 19, 1982
Add to My HeroesKenneth D. Ell
Deputy Sheriff Kenneth Ell was inadvertently shot and killed by his partner during a confrontation with an armed subject at 1521 W 102nd Street.
When the suspect produced a handgun, Deputy Ell's partner opened fire. The bullet struck a solid object, splintered, and a fragment struck Deputy Ell once in the head.
The armed subject was a convicted felon.
Deputy Ell had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 14 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 33 ReflectionsA former future brother in law. Knew him 1967 - 1971.
A wonderful young man along with his brother Tom
Selma Wollerman
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