Police Officer Cuong Huy "Tony" Trinh, Houston Police Department, Texas

Police Officer Cuong Huy "Tony" Trinh

Houston Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, April 6, 1997

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Cuong Huy "Tony" Trinh

Officer Cuong Trinh was shot and killed while off duty when he was identified as a police officer during a robbery at 2716 Westerland Drive.

He was working at a store owned by his parents when an armed suspect jumped over the counter and took money out of the cash register. He then demanded Officer Trinh's wallet. When he opened the wallet he saw Officer Trinh's badge and police identification. Officer Trinh then told the man to leave or he would be arrested. The suspect responded by shooting Officer Trinh in the head, killing him.

The shooter was arrested and sentenced to death. The getaway driver was also apprehended.

Officer Trinh was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Houston Police Department for 2-1/2 years. He is survived by his fiancee, parents, and brother. His fiancee and brother also went on to serve as police officers.

Bio

Age 25
Tour 2 years, 6 months
Badge 5891
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; 9 mm
Offender Sentenced to death

off duty, robbery

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Officer Trinh,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USN. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
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April 6, 2022