Cled Neal Wingo
1975
Cled Neal Wingo. Cled served in World War II.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Officer Cled Wingo was shot and killed by a mentally ill person at 1933 Kilburn Drive, NE. He had gone to the home to have the subject committed at the suspects' parents' request. The subject was able to disarm Officer Wingo and then fatally shot him, and his own parents, before fleeing the home. He was apprehended a short time later roaming the streets. Officer Wingo had served with the Atlanta Police Department for 32 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and three children.
Service Record
1944 – 1946
Conflicts
World War II
Also Served
Atlanta Police Department
Officer
In Our Keeping
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