Mount Vernon Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, June 24, 1974
Add to My HeroesBernard L. Christopher
Detective Bernard Christopher was shot and killed when he attempted to stop a robbery while off-duty.
Detective Christoper was at a local restaurant when a man armed with a 12-gauge shotgun entered the location an announced a robbery. Detective Christopher drew his revolver and exchanged gunfire with the suspect. Detective Christopher was struck in the chest and killed.
An off-duty Police Officer from the New York City Police Department, who was also in the restaurant pursued the suspect on foot and exchanged gunfire with him. That officer was slightly wounded and was unable to apprehended the suspect.
The suspect was captured the next month in New York City after he was arrested there for an unrelated murder.
Detective Christopher had served with the Mount Vernon Police Department for ten years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 36
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Charged with murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsDetective Christopher, your selfless actions that day are the true definition of duty before self. Thank you for your service and always know that your sacrifice is one that will never be forgotten. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
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