Erie Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, February 6, 1991
Add to My HeroesRichard John Burchick
Patrolman Richard Burchick succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained the previous day while involved in a foot pursuit of a drive-by shooting suspect. He was shot at the intersection of East 21st Street and East Avenue.
The subject was convicted of third degree murder.
Patrolman Burchick had served with the Erie Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 4 years, 4 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, February 5, 1991
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Convicted of murder
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