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Patrolman Gwen Downs | Louisville Police Department, Kentucky Louisville Police Department, Kentucky

Patrolman

Gwen Downs

Louisville Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch: Monday, May 16, 1977

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 26

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 5/16/1977

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Committed suicide

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Patrolman Gwen Downs was shot and killed after she and her partner responded to a call at a parking lot.

After the officers had waited several minutes and unable to find anyone who had called the police, Patrolman Down's estranged husband pulled into the lot. As she approached him he pulled out a gun and shot her before committing suicide.
Patrolman Downs is survived by her two daughters.

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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 35th 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 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 Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
May 24, 2012

 

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