Merced Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, April 15, 2004
Add to My HeroesStephan Gene Gray
Police Officer Stephan Gray was shot and killed while conducting a traffic stop near the intersection of East 19th Street and Glen Avenue at approximately 7:30 pm.
As Officer Gray attempted to get information from a passenger of the vehicle, the passenger resisted and a struggle ensued. The suspect was able to break free and a short foot chase began. After several yards the suspect turned and opened fire on Officer Gray, striking him twice. Officer Gray was transported to Mercy Community Campus Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The shooter fled but was arrested 17 days later. He was convicted of the murder in 2007 and sentenced to death.
Officer Gray had served with the Merced Police Department for seven years and was assigned to the Special Operations Unit to combat narcotics and gangs. He is survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.
Officer Gray's great-great-grandfather, City Marshal W. R. Shaver, was shot and killed in the line of duty on August 14th, 1905, while serving with the Boley Police Department, Oklahoma.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 106
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 414 ReflectionsRest In Peace brother. Thinking about you this day. Thanks for showing me the way. Stopped by with the wife and visited the memorial last night. Rest easy.
Retired
Merced PD
April 15, 2021
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