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Charles Burdsall

Case from Cincinnati, OH dated Jul 15, 1978

Victim Details

Charles D. Burdsall

Male

White / Caucasian

Cincinnati

OH

1978-07-15

29

Charles

Burdsall

07/08/2026

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On July 15, 1978, Charles D. Burdsall, a 29-year-old Caucasian male police officer with the Cincinnati Police Department, was shot and killed while on duty. Officer Burdsall, a Vietnam veteran, had served with the Cincinnati Police Division for over five years. He was known for his dedication and bravery, having been recognized for his investigative skills and aggressive patrol techniques.

The tragic incident occurred when Officer Burdsall stopped a vehicle he suspected of being involved ...
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    I’ve been thinking a lot about the role David Mellon played in the events surrounding Officer Burd... ...Read More
    01/28/2025
    I've been thinking a lot about the young man, David Mellon, who was with Officer Burdsall that day. ... ...Read More
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    I was reading about Officer Charles D. Burdsall's case today and couldn't help but think about the b... ...Read More
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