Police Officer Bernard Early, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

Police Officer Bernard Early

St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

End of Watch Saturday, July 26, 1924

Bernard Early

Officer Early was shot and killed while attempting to stop a robbery in a tavern on Easton Street. While Officer Early was inside of the tavern a man entered and ordered everyone to put their hands up. Officer Early attempted to strike the man with his nightstick but missed. The man then turned and shot him several times. Officer Early was able to make it to a call box and summons help. He gave a description of the suspect, who was later arrested, before succumbing to his wounds.
Officer Early had been with the agency for 21 years.

Bio

Age 51
Tour 21 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Apprehended

Most Recent Reflection

View all 4 Reflections

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 89th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 19, 2013