Investigator Ricky J. Parisian
New York State Police
New York
End of Watch: Friday, May 20, 1994

Biographical Info
Age: 34
Tour of Duty: 8 years
Badge Number: 3640

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, May 20, 1994
Weapon Used: Shotgun; 410 gauge
Suspect Info: Died in prison

Investigator Parisian was shot and killed while attempting to stop an armed robbery of the Great American Supermarket in Oneonta, New York, while off duty. He tackled the suspect and was shot in the chest with a .410 gauge shotgun during the struggle.

The suspect fled to Colorado where he was arrested within 48 hours. He was later convicted for 2nd degree murder, 1st degree robbery and Criminal Use of a Firearm. He was sentenced to 47 years in prison. The suspect died of natural causes in 2004 while serving his sentence.

Investigator Parisian had served with the New York State Police for 8 years. He was survived by his wife. An annual memorial run and scholarship were created in his honor.