Newport News Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, September 23, 1921
Robert Hayes DeKorte
Patrolman Robert DeKorte was shot and killed with his own weapon while attempting to arrest a fugitive.
Patrolman DeKorte was a WWI veteran and had served with the Newport News Police Department for three years. He was survived by his wife and young son.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Not available
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