Christopher R. Betts, killed December 22, 2002

Officer Betts was struck by several vehicles and killed while he and another officer struggled with a suspect on the side of I-285 at 0100 hours.  The officers had gone to the location to investigate a suspicious person.  While talking with the man a struggle ensued and spilled into the travel lane.  Both officers and the suspect were struck by three vehicles.  Officer Betts and the suspect were killed and the second officer was critically injured and flown to a local hospital.  One of the three vehicles that struck the men fled the scene.

Officer Betts was 26 years old and had been with the department for two years.  He is survived by his wife, Shannon and a seven week old son, Trenton James.  A trust fund has been established for Officer Betts family.  Those who desire may make contributions to the Trust Fund for Officer Christopher Betts at any Bank of America branch.