Otis Lee Sonny

Murdered
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On November 16, 1974, Patrolman Otis Lee "Sonny" Robison, aged 22, and Patrolman Allen Lee "Butch" Harmon, aged 27, were tragically killed in the line of duty. The incident occurred after the officers made a traffic stop on I-20, arresting a man suspected of drunk driving. Unbeknownst to the officers, the suspect was driving a stolen car and had escaped from the Calhoun County Jail on January 26, 1974, while awaiting an appeal of a four-year sentence for burglary.

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Victim Details

Otis Lee Sonny

Male

White / Caucasian

Lincoln

AL

1974-11-16

22

Otis

Lee Sonny

Yes

12/03/2024

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My heart goes out to the victim and their family during this difficult time. I am keeping them in my... ...Read More
10/09/2024
Has anyone heard if there is going to be a memorial for Otis? He was such a beloved member of our co... ...Read More
05/26/2023
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