Trooper Gary W. Fisher
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Sunday, February 3, 1985

Biographical Info
Age: 27
Tour of Duty: 5 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Sunday, February 3, 1985
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Charged with homicide

Trooper Fisher was shot and killed with his own service revolver while attempting to make a narcotics arrest in Westmoreland County. He and his partner were conducting an undercover drug buy from two dealers. When the dealers showed up with less than the agreed upon amount of drugs, the officers decided to make an arrest.

One of the suspects immediately fled, with Trooper Fisher's partner in pursuit. As Trooper Fisher attempted to take the second suspect into custody a struggle ensued. The suspect was able to obtain control of Trooper Fisher's weapon and shot him. The shooter was arrested and charged with homicide.

Trooper Fisher had served with the agency for 5 years. He was survived by his parents.