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Resided:
NC, USA
Born:
Unk
Fallen:
May. 21, 1960
Race/Sex:
Caucasian Male / 25 yrs. of age
Agency
Dept:
Charlotte Police Dept.
NC
USA
Dept. Type:
Municipal/Police
Hero's Rank:
Officer
Sworn Date:
Unk
FBI Class:
Homicide - Gun
Weapon Class:
Firearm
On The Job:
2 years
Bio: Not Available
Fatal Incident Summary
Offender:
No Info
Location:
NC
USA
Sat. May. 21, 1960
Summary:
Police Officer Johnny Annas was shot and killed with another officer's pistol while trying to breakup a street fight. While Officer Annas returned to patrol car to call for assistance his partner was assaulted by a mob of over 100 people and had his pistol stolen. As Officer Annas went to assist the officer the suspect who stole the pistol opened fire, striking Officer Annas. The suspect was arrested.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison December 20, 1962. He was released October 16, 1986.
Officer Annas had served with the Charlotte Police Department for two years.
