On June 15, 1978, Chattanooga Police officers David L. Friederichsen and Nelson Hess responded to a domestic disturbance call. Within two minutes of their arrival the man involved opened fire with a .38 caliber handgun. Both officers were struck; Officer Hess was killed at the scene and the suspect was also shot and killed during the exchange.

Officer David L. Friederichsen, 29, a four-year department veteran, was gravely wounded and taken to a local hospital. He survived for three days but died of his injuries on June 18, 1978. He left behind a pregnant wife.

Anyone who remembers the incident or has information about the events that night is asked to share what they know.