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Charles Pope

Case from Detroit, MI dated Oct 19, 1990

Victim Details

Charles Pope

Male

Detroit

MI

1990-10-19

Charles

Pope

06/21/2026

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In the autumn of 1990, the city of Detroit lost one of its own in a violent encounter that underscored the daily perils faced by law enforcement. Charles L. Pope, a dedicated male police officer with the Detroit Police Department, was on duty on October 19, 1990, when his life was tragically cut short. During a confrontation with a suspect, Officer Pope was fatally shot, a significant blow to his family, the police force, and the wider community.

The death of Officer Pope prompted an exte ...
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