Aaron Mitchell (murderer)

Aaron C. Mitchell
Born1930
Alabama, U.S.
DiedApril 12, 1967 (aged 37)
Cause of deathExecution by gas chamber
Criminal statusExecuted
MotiveTo avoid arrest
ConvictionsFirst degree murder
Assault with intent to commit robbery
Robbery
Auto theft (2 counts)
Escape
Criminal penaltyDeath
Details
VictimsArnold Gamble, 42
DateFebruary 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.