Patrolman Omer James Reygaert, Romeo Police Department, Michigan

Patrolman Omer James Reygaert

Romeo Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Sunday, September 21, 1969

Omer James Reygaert

Patrolman Reygaert was shot and killed when he and his partner stopped a vehicle driven by a man suspected of an earlier shooting. The suspect shot Patrolman Reygaert in the chest and then disarmed Patrolman Reygaert's partner at gunpoint. He then handcuffed the partner to Patrolman Reygaert and fled the scene. The suspect was arrested in London, Ontario, 25 days later.

The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 15 years in prison on January 22, 1971. He was paroled on August 5, 1978.

Patrolman Reygaert had served with the Romeo Police Department for 2 years and was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
Offender Sentenced to 15 years

Most Recent Reflection

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Jimmy, you were my much loved cousin. Today with the shooting of police officers in Baton Rouge you name came up again in the family. We think of you often. You made the supreme sacrifice for all of us.

Love you,

JoAnn (Bousson) DelProposto

JoAnn DelProposto
1st cousin

July 18, 2016