Police Officer Timothy B. Ridenour, Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland

Police Officer Timothy B. Ridenour

Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland

End of Watch Monday, October 27, 1975

Timothy B. Ridenour

Officer Ridenour was shot and killed with his own weapon while attempting to arrest a nude, mentally ill suspect. The suspect was attempting to reload the gun when he was shot and killed with other officers.

Officer Ridenour had served with the agency for only 8 months. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 8 months
Badge 3074

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Shot and killed

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged to leave a tribute to you. 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 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 Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

January 27, 2014