Aaron Mitchell (murderer)
Aaron C. Mitchell | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1930 Alabama, U.S. |
| Died | April 12, 1967 (aged 37) |
| Cause of death | Execution by gas chamber |
| Criminal status | Executed |
| Motive | To avoid arrest |
| Convictions | First degree murder Assault with intent to commit robbery Robbery Auto theft (2 counts) Escape |
| Criminal penalty | Death |
| Details | |
| Victims | Arnold Gamble, 42 |
| Date | February 15, 1963 |
Aaron C. Mitchell (d. April 12, 1967) was a murderer, convicted of the February 15, 1963, killing of Sacramento police officer Arnold Gamble. He was sentenced to death, and was executed in the gas chamber. Mitchell, who was from Alabama, had a lengthy criminal record that spanned 20 years.