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Patrolman Edward W. Murray, Jr. | Cleveland Police Department, Ohio Cleveland Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman

Edward W. Murray, Jr.

Cleveland Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch: Wednesday, July 2, 1975

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: 32 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 7/2/1975

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Shot and killed

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Patrolman Murray was shot and killed when he interrupted a robbery in progress at a local restaurant. Shortly after he arrived at the restaurant two armed men entered and announced a holdup. Patrolman Murray immediately took action and exchanged shots with the two. Patrolman Murray and one of the suspects were both fatally wounded. The second suspect was later arrested and charged with robbery and murder. He was sentenced to death.

Patrolman Murray had served with the agency for 32 years.

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Always remembered & honored 4 his service & his ultimate sacrifice 4 the city of Cleveland.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau. of Cleveland LEO's
June 10, 2010

 

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