Shannon Ray Stephenson

Shannon Ray Stephenson, a 28-year-old white male, tragically lost his life on June 15, 1980, in Gainesville, Florida. Officer Stephenson was serving with the Gainesville Police Department at the time of his death. The incident occurred when he responded to a disturbance call, which was later identified as a burglary. During the response, Officer Stephenson was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer who mistook him for an armed suspect. This unfortunate event was a case of friendly fire ...

Fallen Officers - Gainesville Police Department

GPD Honors Officer Who Was Killed By Friendly Fire in 1980