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Police Officer John C. Gutekunst | Newark Police Department, New Jersey Newark Police Department, New Jersey

Police Officer

John C. Gutekunst

Newark Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch: Saturday, October 16, 1965

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 23

Tour: 3 weeks

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 10/16/1965

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Arrested

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Officer Gutekunst was shot and killed while questioning a man who had bumped the vehicle that Officer Gutekunst was driving. The suspect had also been involved in other fender benders immediately prior to striking Officer Gutekunst's car. As Officer Gutekunst attempted to question the man the suspect shot him once in the chest. The suspect fled but was arrested in a nearby tavern.

Officer Gutekunst had been with the agency for only 3 weeks.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 45th 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.

Your sacrifice was made so many years ago. Evil was, is, and will be a part of life just as goodness such as yours will also be present.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
October 16, 2010

 

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