Patrolman Michael Neal Carter, Chester Police Department, Pennsylvania

Patrolman Michael Neal Carter

Chester Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Friday, November 8, 1974

Michael Neal Carter

Patrolman Michael Carter was shot and killed when he and his partner stopped a vehicle at Third Street and Central Avenue to question an occupant about a holdup. Patrolman Carter's partner returned fire and killed the suspect.

His partner was able to take the three other occupants into custody.

Patrolman Carter had served with the Chester Police Department for four years and had previously served with the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 4 years, 6 months
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Michael Neal Carter was my father and he was taking away from me , my brother and sister way to soon. I was just 7 yrs old & even though 42 yrs ago my life changed forever, we appreciated your dedication to law enforcement. We know that you are watching over us.
Michael Neal Carter, Sr. was one of the good guys and its sad that his grandchildren and great grandchildren never had the opportunity to meet him.
WE LOVE YOU & WE MISS YOU DAD!

Nyia Carter
Daughter

November 8, 2016