Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Oklahoma
End of Watch Monday, September 18, 1972
Add to My HeroesRobert Eugene Ake
Trooper Ake was shot and killed with his own weapon while making a traffic stop in Oklahoma County. He was questioning one of the juvenile suspects when the other grabbed his service weapon and shot him.
The suspect was sentenced to death but his sentence was subsequently commuted to life in prison. He has a parole hearing in October of 2017.
Trooper Ake had served with the agency for 2 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 240
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Commuted to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsTrooper Ake,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Oklahoma. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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