Union Parish Sheriff's Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, September 17, 1978
Add to My HeroesRobert V. Taylor
Deputy Robert Taylor was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant on a man in a rural area of the parish. The suspect produced a small caliber handgun and shot Deputy Taylor as the two struggled.
Despite being mortally wounded, Deputy Taylor was able to radio for help. A responding state trooper transported him to a local hospital where he died a short time later. The suspect was arrested in another state the following day.
Deputy Taylor had served with the Union Parish Sheriff's Department for 6 years. He was survived by his wife and six children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 6 years
- Badge UP-7
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Convicted; life in prison
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