Memphis Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Friday, November 23, 1973
Add to My HeroesEdward John Hammond, Jr.
Patrolman Edward Hammond was shot and killed on N McNeil Street, just north of Chelsea Avenue, after responding to a report of a man menacing people with a shotgun in front of a grocery store.
When Patrolman Hammond and his partner arrived they observed the suspect still armed with the shotgun. They ordered the suspect to drop the gun, but the man fired, striking Patrolman Hammond in the face. Patrolman Hammond's partner returned fire and killed the suspect.
Patrolman Hammond served with the Memphis Police Department for 13 months. He was survived by his fiancee, parents, and siblings.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 1 year, 1 month
- Badge 178
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsKicker,
I barely knew you, but I'll never forget the night that we got the terrible news.
I think about your kind parents often, and my brother tells me stories about you.
Thanks for your service.
Dr. James Philpot
Cousin
February 20, 2025
