Officer Charles W. Morris

Officer Charles W. Morris | Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety, California
Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety, California
Officer Charles W. Morris

Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety, California

End of Watch Saturday, September 23, 1972

Add to My Heroes

Charles W. Morris

Officer Morris was shot and killed with his own service weapon while struggling with two men he surprised behind a drug store. Both, 23 and 29, were apprehended later the same night. They were charged with murder and conspiracy to commit burglary.

On December 7, 1972, the 29-year-old was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life. The other man was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 5 years to life.

Officer Morris had served with the agency for 3 years.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 84

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to life
LODD Mapping FAQs

Most Recent Reflection

View all 11 Reflections

Officer Morris,
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 Sunnyvale. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 23, 2022

Want even more control of your Reflection? Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits:

  • Quick access to your heroes
  • Reflections published quicker
  • Save a Reflection signature
  • View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past

Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now.

Recent LODD Deaths