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Walter Grider

Case from Beverly-hills, CA dated Apr 14, 1933

Victim Details

Walter R. Grider

Male

White / Caucasian

Beverly-hills

CA

1933-04-14

34

Walter

Grider

06/24/2026

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Walter R. Grider, a 34-year-old Sergeant with the Beverly Hills Police Department, tragically lost his life on April 14, 1933. The incident occurred while he was on duty, attempting to apprehend a burglary suspect. During the pursuit, Sergeant Grider fired warning shots to halt the suspect. An armed citizen, who was assisting in the search, inadvertently shot and killed Sergeant Grider. This tragic accident occurred as the citizen's bullet struck Sergeant Grider while the suspect attempted to fl ...
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