Deputy Sheriff Oscar Burkhart, Harlan County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky

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Harlan County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky

Deputy Sheriff

Oscar Burkhart

Harlan County Sheriff's Department, Kentucky

End of Watch: Thursday, November 7, 1968

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Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 11/7/1968

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Not available

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Deputy Burkhart was shot and killed while attempting to transport a prisoner to the county jail. The prisoner's parents opened fire on Deputy Burkhart's patrol car, firing over 50 rounds into it and fatally wounding him. All of the suspects fled the scene after the shooting.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 42nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 7, 2010

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Oscar Burkhart

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