Newport Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Tuesday, April 22, 1884
Add to My HeroesEugene Barker
Officer Eugene Barker was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man who had just shot and wounded another man. As Officer Barker opened the door to a saloon the suspect was hiding in he was shot in the face.
The 22-year-old suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. In 1906 he was pardoned by Governor George H. Utler.
Officer Barker was survived by his wife and adopted child.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Pardoned in 1906
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View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Barker,
I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Newport.
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