Trooper Robert M. Semrov
New York State Police
New York
End of Watch: Saturday, January 27, 1973

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, January 27, 1973
Weapon Used: Rifle; .22 caliber
Suspect Info: Released after 5 years

Trooper Semrov was shot and killed after stopping a traffic violator in front of the suspect's house. Trooper Semrov allowed the suspect to enter his house to retrieve his driver’s license. The suspect emerged with a .22 caliber rifle and shot Trooper Semrov six times as he sat in his patrol car.

The suspect was convicted of Trooper Semrov's murder but served only 5 years in prison.

Trooper Semrov had served with the agency for 6 years. He was survived by his wife and mother.