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Corporal John Novabilski | Prince George's County Police Department, Maryland Prince George's County Police Department, Maryland

Corporal

John Novabilski

Prince George's County Police Department, Maryland

End of Watch: Wednesday, April 26, 1995

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 31

Tour: 7 years

Badge # 1476

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 4/26/1995

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Shot and killed

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Corporal John Novabilski was shot and killed while moonlighting at a liquor store at approximately 2:30 am. He was sitting in his patrol car when he was ambushed and shot 11 times, in a completely unprovoked attack. The suspect then stole Corporal Novabilski's service weapon.

The weapon was later used to murder FBI Special Agent William Christian in the same type of ambush style attack on May 29, 1995. After shooting Agent Christian the suspect was shot and killed by other agents on the scene.

Corporal Novabilski had served with the Prince George's County Police Department for 4 years and he had previously served with the Baltimore Police Department for 3 years. He was survived by his wife, parents, and brother.

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End of Watch: Monday, May 29, 1995
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I am privileged to pay tribute to you. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th 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.

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace, Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

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Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
April 26, 2012

 

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