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Patrolman Robert Carl May | Bogalusa Police Department, Louisiana Bogalusa Police Department, Louisiana

Patrolman

Robert Carl May

Bogalusa Police Department, Louisiana

End of Watch: Monday, March 14, 1949

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 3/14/1949

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Shot and kiled

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Patrolman May was shot and killed after he and his partner responded to a disturbance at a local tavern. Upon their arrival they found the suspect had left. They offered the female victim a ride home and as they were leaving the tavern they saw the suspect. In the ensuing gun battle Patrolman May was shot in the back and killed. His partner was able to return fire and kill the suspect.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 63rd 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 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
March 14, 2012

 

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