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Resided:
TN, USA
Born:
Unk
Fallen:
Jul. 03, 1943
Race/Sex:
Caucasian Male / 39 yrs. of age
Agency
Dept:
Nashville City Police Dept.
TN
USA
Dept. Type:
Municipal/Police
Hero's Rank:
Patrolman
Sworn Date:
Unk
FBI Class:
Homicide - Gun
Weapon Class:
Firearm
Bio: Not Available
Fatal Incident Summary
Offender:
No Info
Location:
TN
USA
Sat. Jul. 03, 1943
Summary:
Patrolman Sandefur was shot and killed when he and his partner responded to a domestic disturbance call. As they approached the home the suspect fired a shotgun through the door, striking Patrolman Sandefur in the torso, killing him. The suspect was shot and wounded by Patrolman Sandefur's partner and taken into custody.
The suspect plead guilty to second degree murder and was sentenced to 20 years in prison October 5, 1943.
Patrolman Sandefur was survived by his wife and three daughters.
