DeWitt Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Thursday, September 2, 1954
Add to My HeroesBurt O. Burbank
Chief Burbank was shot and killed when he responded to a disturbance call at a rooming house. He was shot in the head as he knocked on the door.
The 44-year-old suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to death but the Arkansas Supreme Court remanded the case for a new trial. He was again convicted of first degree murder but sentenced to life.
Chief Burbank was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsTo fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 59th 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 28, 2013
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