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Police Officer Timothy B. Ridenour | Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland

Police Officer

Timothy B. Ridenour

Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland

End of Watch: Monday, October 27, 1975

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 26

Tour: 8 months

Badge # 3074

Cause: Gunfire

Weapon: Officer's handgun

Offender: Shot and killed

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Officer Ridenour was shot and killed with his own weapon while attempting to arrest a nude, mentally ill suspect. The suspect was attempting to reload the gun when he was shot and killed with other officers.

Officer Ridenour had served with the agency for only 8 months. He was survived by his wife and three children.

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service.

My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
January 27, 2014

 

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