Connecticut State Police, Connecticut
End of Watch Wednesday, June 5, 1991
Add to My HeroesRussell A. Bagshaw
Trooper Russell Bagshaw was shot and killed when he interrupted a burglary at a sporting goods store just west of the intersection of Route 6 and Route 203 in Windham. He was conducting a security check when he was shot while still inside of his patrol car. He died of a single gunshot wound to the chest.
Two brothers were charged in the shooting. The brother who shot Trooper Bagshaw was sentenced to death. In 2000 his sentence was commuted to life. The other brother was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole.
Trooper Bagshaw had served with the Connecticut State Police for 4.5 years. He is survived by his wife, father, twin brother, and older brother.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 4 years, 6 months
- Badge 534
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; 9 mm
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 68 ReflectionsBoth of my brothers served with Trooper Bragshaw and we keep him in our hearts always.
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