Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Monday, November 8, 1858
Robert M. Rigdon
Officer Rigdon was shot and killed by an assassin at his home. The killing was retaliation for testifying against a suspect who had killed Police Officer Benjamin Benton one month earlier.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed on April 7, 1859
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EOW: September 22, 1858
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsI recently read a book, "The Hanging Of Henry Gambrill" which detailed your murder and the murder of Officer Benton. As you rest in heaven, please know that you are not forgotten.
David Eastman, retired police officer
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January 5, 2012
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