Detective Evelyn Gort

Detective Evelyn Gort | Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
Detective Evelyn Gort

Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, October 30, 1993

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Evelyn Gort

Detective Evelyn Gort was shot and killed after exchanging gunfire with a person who had just robbed her of three dollars and a set of keys.

She and a friend were speaking in front of 3130 Bird Avenue in Coconut Grove when they were approached and robbed by the subject. Detective Gort and the man exchanged shots, and both were shot.

The subject was arrested after seeking treatment at a hospital. He was convicted of manslaughter in connection with Detective Gort's murder.

Detective Gort had served with the Metro-Dade Police Department for seven years. She is survived by her two children, mother, brother, and two sisters.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 7 years
  • Badge 2383

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Convicted of manslaughter

robbery, off duty

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Although I never had the honor of meeting Detective Evelyn Gort, her legacy continues to live on in the hearts of those she served and the countless lives she touched. Detective Gort was tragically killed in the line of duty on October 30, 1993, but her impact remains ever-present, a symbol of bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to justice.

Today, I have the privilege of working alongside K9 Evelyn, a two-year-old English Labrador named in honor of Detective Gort. In her short time with the Miami-Dade Police Department, K9 Evelyn has become a source of comfort, love, and healing for so many. Her gentle presence embodies the compassion and care that I imagine Detective Gort brought to her own work, and in her own way, K9 Evelyn continues to carry forward Detective Gort's legacy of service.

K9 Evelyn's ability to connect with others, offering solace and strength, is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, there are lights that shine on. Her name serves as a tribute to a remarkable woman who gave her life in service to the community, and it is deeply moving to witness the love K9 Evelyn brings to those around her—just as Detective Gort surely did in her lifetime.

Detective Gort may no longer be with us, but her spirit endures, and through K9 Evelyn, her name continues to bring hope, healing, and unity to our community. We honor her memory daily, and I am grateful to be a small part of that legacy.

Police Officer Jody Rodriguez
Miami Dade Police Department

October 7, 2024

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