Corporal Jimmie Deveril Norman, age 53, was a dedicated officer with the Bellaire Police Department in Texas. On December 24, 2012, he was fatally shot during a traffic stop near the intersection of Jessamine and Mapleridge Streets. The incident began when Corporal Norman pulled over a vehicle, and the driver attempted to flee. A short pursuit ensued, ending at a service station on Bellaire Boulevard.
As Corporal Norman tried to apprehend the suspect, the man produced a handgun and opened fire, fatally wounding Corporal Norman and the service station manager, Terry Taylor.
The suspect, Harlem Harold Lewis, continued to shoot at responding officers but was eventually wounded and taken into custody. Lewis was later convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death for his actions. The tragic event not only claimed the life of Corporal Norman but also deeply affected the Bellaire community and his family, including his wife and children.
Corporal Norman had served with the Bellaire Police Department for 23 years and was highly respected for his dedication and bravery. He had received numerous commendations throughout his career, including the Bellaire Police Officer of the Year award in 1989 and 2000. His legacy continues to be honored by his colleagues and the community he served.
The loss of Corporal Jimmie Deveril Norman was a profound tragedy, and his memory lives on through the impact he made during his years of service.
