Virgin Islands Police Department, Virgin Islands
End of Watch Thursday, February 8, 2007
Add to My HeroesAriel Anton Frett
Officer Ariel Frett was shot and killed while attempting to take police action against a group of four suspects while off duty.
The suspects assaulted Officer Frett and then shot him after stealing his gun.
A second off duty officer who happened across the scene was able to return fire and wounded one of the teenage suspects, who was then taken into custody.
Officer Frett had served with the Virgin Islands Police Department for 25 years. He is survived by his three sons, three daughters, four sisters, five brothers, and four grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and wounded
Most Recent Reflection
View all 163 ReflectionsMy deepest condolences to the family members of Officer Frett. His senseless death was tragic, but God has taken care of Ariel as his soul is now in Heaven looking over his sons and daughters. God bless his family.
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