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Patrolman David A. Barr | Pittsburgh Police Department, Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Police Department, Pennsylvania

Patrolman

David A. Barr

Pittsburgh Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Tuesday, May 3, 1983

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 36

Tour: 15 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire (Accidental)

Incident Date: 5/3/1983

Weapon: Officer's handgun

Suspect: Not available

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Patrolman David Barr was accidentally shot and killed while at the Department range. A range instructor was checking the firearm of another officer, when it discharged, striking Patrolman Barr in the chest.

Patrolman Barr had served with the agency for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.

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Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
May 3, 2010

 

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