On a cold January night in 1981, the brief but dedicated law enforcement career of Patrolman Lawrence Dale Coker came to a tragic end on a roadside in Heidelberg, Mississippi. At 28 years old, Coker, a man new to the force with only two weeks of service, was engaged in the perilous duty of a high-speed pursuit. The vehicle he was chasing was clocked at over 100 miles per hour, a dangerous speed that necessitated immediate action.
After successfully stopping the speeding car, Patrolman Cok ...
MEMBER ACCESS
Continue reading the complete case summary
Unlock the full case narrative for Lawrence Coker, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.
Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month
Cancel anytime.
Already a member?
Log in
