Abbeville Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, December 23, 1992
Add to My HeroesJohn Mark Hardy
Patrolman John Hardy was shot and killed when he made a traffic stop. He was in the process of arresting the driver of the vehicle on outstanding warrants when the passenger of the vehicle walked up behind him and shot him in the head point-blank with a .45 caliber handgun.
The suspect was apprehended, convicted, and sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Hardy had been with the department for 2 1/2 years. He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .45 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman First Class Hardy.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 13, 2019
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