Sergeant Freddie Joel Edwards

Sergeant Freddie Joel Edwards | San Diego Police Department, California
San Diego Police Department, California
Sergeant Freddie Joel Edwards

San Diego Police Department, California

End of Watch Thursday, October 7, 1971

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Freddie Joel Edwards

Sergeant Freddie Edwards was shot and killed when he approached a suspicious man behind a convenience store at 5202 El Cajon Boulevard.

Unbeknownst to Sergeant Edwards, the suspect had just committed an armed robbery of the store moments before.

The suspect was caught and subsequently sentenced to death several hours before the United States Supreme Court ruled the death penalty unconstitutional. However, in 1974 the suspect was murdered in prison by other inmates.

Sergeant Edwards had served with the agency for 13 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 13 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Killed in prison

robbery, suspicious person

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Sgt. Edwards,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Diego. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

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United States Border Patrol

October 7, 2021

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