Norfolk Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, April 14, 1984
Add to My HeroesDouglas Eric Drye
Officer Douglas Drye was shot and killed by a sniper while responding to a shots fired call at 1065 Green Street at 12:15 am.
When he and another officer arrived, they discovered a woman who had been shot inside a car parked in front of a home. As they tried to render aid to the woman, a man inside the home shot Officer Drye with an M-1 rifle. The other officer and two citizens pulled Officer Drye across the street behind cover, but he succumbed to his wounds before he could be taken to a hospital.
The subject was shot and killed during an ensuing standoff.
Officer Drye had served with the Norfolk Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and parents.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle; M-1
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 28 ReflectionsOfficer Drye,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Norfolk. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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