Officer Roy Richard Bradshaw, Colville Tribal Police Department, Tribal Police

Officer Roy Richard Bradshaw

Colville Tribal Police Department, Tribal Police

End of Watch Monday, August 27, 1973

Roy Richard Bradshaw

Officer Bradshaw was shot and killed while attempting to talk to a mentally disabled man who was barricaded in his home. The man had began shooting at cars and people without provocation before barricading himself. Officer Bradshaw knew the family and believed he could talk the man out. As he approached the door, the suspect opened fire, killing him.

The suspect was committed to an institution for life.

Officer Bradshaw, a U.S. Army veteran, had served with the agency for 3 years.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Location Washington
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Committed to an institution

mentally ill

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 40th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 17, 2013