Trooper Paul L. Hutchins Michigan State Police Michigan Friday, August 30, 1985  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 24th 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
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-08-30

Brother, you're not forgotten.

Trooper
Michigan State Police
2009-04-14

This happened over 20 years ago, but as long as there is a website like this, we
will continue to honor and remember you. Time has not diminished your service
nor sacrifice.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

2008-08-30

Trooper Paul L. Hutchins,

I am saddened by the circumstances of your death. Who among us that wears a badge has not imagined himself being confronted in the manner that you were on the day you died. To have another with you at the time adds to the anguish and the stress of the situation as you stived to protect this companion knowing what could occur. You took measures to insure that your companion was safe from the line of fire and confronted the scoundrels head on. It took a tremendous amount of courage to act and only our Creator can account for the outcome. I cannot. I only feel anxious and thoughts of rage swell inside me. Thoughts of those who believe that only what they see on television and movies, and how such situations almost always protray us as overcoming impossible odds. Thoughts of those who demand that an officer be fired on before resosrting to use of his most lethal weapon. Thoughts of how people unfairly crticize and condemn the manner in which we do our job. And thoughts of how law officers everywhere, inspite of all this, continue to act as fine soldiers of the law.

I have no doubt that you have joined that legion of law officers who gave their lives in service to mankind. That they have greeted you with open arms, and received you among them as the hero that you are. Further, I have no doubt that since you followed the Creator's commandment to be the servant of others you will join them on the last great day and march together through the gates of Heaven. Well done, trooper...well done.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police
2008-07-05

Wow! Such bravery and courage, but I really feel for your companion who had
to endure watching you take your last breath. At least the thugs got a long
prison term. Sometimes officers die and the murderer gets a slap on the hand. It is an injustice for everyone. Although it didn't bring you back, I feel like justice was done in your case and I wish the courts were tougher on the criminals. Thank you so much for serving. The world could use more men like you!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

2008-04-26

Thankyou for your braverly and sacrifice, you are a true hero who will never be forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
2008-02-03

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-15

VERY BRAVE. VERY SMART. RIP YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

bob
retired
2005-12-08

I was born the same year that you passed. I am now old enough to complete my training to be an officer and join the force. I will carry on the legacy you left for us all. Rest In Peace Brother.

Timothy Woodward
Schoolcraft College Law Enforcement
2005-03-05

While browsing through the all-too-many memorial pages of officers killed in the line of duty, I came across yours. My God, you are truly a hero, as another person prior to me wrote. You risked and gave your life to save another. It isn't fair that these senseless killings have continued. It is my prayer that they end, but it has been said and read before - God is choosing the finest officers to be by His side in heaven. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you made. I will never forget what I just read here in your memorials. God bless your soul, rest peacefully.

Michigan Resident

2004-08-14

Unselfish and brave beyond reproach at the end, you are immortal in our minds and your tragic loss saddens everyone who does the JOB every day.
You personify the word HERO, and you will not be forgotten.

Retired police officer.

2004-08-06

You are the epitome of what a hero should be. Rest easy, brother as you will never be forgotten.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)
2003-08-30

Trooper Hutchins, I remember the day you were killed. I used to go down to Hart Plaza as a teenager and I was only one year out of highschool when you encountered members of the "Be Like Gang."

To this day I still talk about the senseless tragedy that befell you with my brother. I'm glad the people responsible will never know another day of freedom to victimize helpless people.

I used to correspond with your cousin, but we've since lost touch. I trust that your family is well.

Rest in Peace.

SA Darin L. Paul
FBI Detroit

Paul, I met you only two weeks before your untimely death. My only regret is that we didn't have more time to become better friends. I recall that you were quiet and humble. Those being traits of the Code Of The Samurai, which also is in the very foundation of each Michigan State Trooper. Paul, you are a warrior, and will sorely be missed. Rest in peace BROTHER!

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