Police Officer Arthur DeMatte, Larchmont Police Department, New York

Police Officer Arthur DeMatte

Larchmont Police Department, New York

End of Watch Tuesday, October 12, 1976

Arthur DeMatte

Officer Arthur DeMatte was shot and killed while attempting to remove a transient from the New Haven Railroad tracks. The suspect was able to gain control of Officer DeMatte's service weapon and shot him.

The man was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life February 2, 1978. He has a parole hearing in June of 2017.

Officer DeMatte had served with the agency for 20 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 20 years
Badge 217

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Sentenced to 25 years to life

Most Recent Reflection

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Proudly mailed out my No Parole letter, on behalf of Officer DeMatte. Thank You for your service and sacrifice. You are not forgotten. God Bless You All!

Allie
Supporter of Law Enforcement
Wife of Corrections Deputy

April 19, 2018