Lower Merion Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, September 30, 1988
Edward Michael Setzer
Officer Setzer was shot and killed while searching for a burglary suspect in the Gladwyne area. As he investigated an unoccupied vehicle parked on the shoulder of a road he was confronted by a male suspect. A struggle ensued and Officer Setzer was shot in the chest. The suspect was apprehended and an investigation showed that he had been involved in a series of burglaries and sexual assaults in the area. The suspect was sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Setzer had been with the agency for 15 years and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 54
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 20 ReflectionsOn this the 27th Anniversary of your sacrifice, we stop and remember you, our friend, our colleague and our brother.
Rest in peace Ed.
Officer Phil Herbert (Ret)
Lower Merion Twp PD
September 30, 2015
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