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Trooper Clinton Eugene Kentucky State Police, Kentucky

Trooper

Clinton Eugene "Clint" Cunningham

Kentucky State Police, Kentucky

End of Watch: Sunday, February 11, 1979

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 29

Tour: 2 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 2/11/1979

Weapon: Rifle

Suspect: Sentenced to 99 years

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Trooper Cunningham was shot and killed in an ambush in Franklin County. He was shot in the back while investigating a false report of a burglary at a grocery store. The suspect was arrested at his home a short time later.

The 20 year-old suspect was convicted of Trooper Cunningham's murder and sentenced to 99 years in prison.

Trooper Cunningham had been with the agency for two years.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 33rd 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.

Time never dimishes respect.and your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for the solace of all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 11, 2012

 

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