Devils Lake Police Department, North Dakota
End of Watch Wednesday, June 25, 1924
Add to My HeroesCharles Robert Sneesby
Policeman Charles Sneesby was shot and killed while investigating burglary call at the United States Post Office in Devils Lake at 502 Fourth Street NE.
He was shot at close range as he entered the building to investigate a light that he observed inside. A citizen who lived next door observed four men flee the scene in an automobile.
One of the suspects was apprehended near Shelby, Montana, on January 7, 1933. He was later transferred from jail to a hospital where he died of pneumonia on March 18, 1933. It was later discovered that a second suspect was in the North Dakota Penitentiary for a conviction of another crime. On September 13, 1933, he was arrested as he was being released from prison. On December 1, 1933, he was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life. On March 28, 1946, he was denied a new trial.
Policeman Sneesby was survived by his wife and five children. He was preceded in death by a son. He was buried in the Grand Army Of The Republic Cemetery in Devils Lake.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Two apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Sneesby,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Devils Lake.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 25, 2024
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