Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Tuesday, June 14, 1988
Add to My HeroesCharles David Stegall
Officer Charles Stegall was killed when his patrol car was broadsided on East Boulevard by a drunk driver. The crash occurred as Officer Stegall responded to an alarm call.
The suspect fled the scene but was apprehended the following day.
Officer Stegall had served with the agency for 10 years. He was survived by his three children.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsThank you for being my daddy. It has been 34 years and it still feels like yesterday. I miss you so much. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten!
Dana Stegall
Daughter
November 21, 2021
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