New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Thursday, September 20, 1984
Add to My HeroesRichard Benjamin Snyder
Investigator Snyder was shot and killed at the home of a suspect. After killing Investigator Snyder the suspect placed his body in the trunk of his patrol car and drove it to New York City.
While the disappearance of Investigator Snyder was being investigated the suspect hung himself near Princeton, New Jersey.
Investigator Snyder's body was found on October 2, 1984 in the trunk of his patrol car off of Wards Island, New York City.
Investigator Snyder had served with the New York State Police for 10 years and was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 3524
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; .222 caliber
- Offender Committed suicide
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