Special Agent Benjamin P. Grogan

Special Agent Benjamin P. Grogan | United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
Special Agent Benjamin P. Grogan

United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government

End of Watch Friday, April 11, 1986

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Benjamin P. Grogan

Special Agent Benjamin Grogan and Special Agent Jerry Dove were shot and killed while attempting to apprehend two bank robbers in Miami, Florida.

The two suspects had been on a spree of bank robberies which left several people dead and wounded. After setting up surveillance, several agents began to follow the suspects and attempted to stop them in front of 12201 SW 82nd Avenue. During the takedown, a furious gunfight ensued, leaving Agents Grogan and Dove dead and seven other agents wounded. The two suspects were also shot and killed.

Special Agent Grogan was a United States Army veteran and had served with the United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation for 25 years. He was survived by his wife, mother, two sisters, and brother.

He is buried in Palmetto Cemetery, Brunswick, Glynn County, Georgia.

Bio

  • Age 53
  • Tour 25 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Location Florida
  • Weapon Rifle; Mini 14
  • Offender Both shot and killed

arrest attempt, robbery

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I am right now watching In the line of duty as I have for the past few weeks, I would like to say that it is truly very sad to me that these brave soldiers Agent Grogan and Agent Dove of the FBI lost their lives to those demented demons whom relished in harming innocent people , I watch this movie and find myself trying to change the outcome, screaming duck , get behind that car , watch this and that , where are you machine guns and so on , praying that everyone comes out on top and even wishing I was there to somehow help , however on April 11 , 1986 , I too had to deal with the murder of my infant daughter whose body was found on this very day , I pray that your souls are at rest and your families have found some peace and comfort through the Lord Jesus Christ!

May you always be honored for your courage, bravery and sacrifice! In Jesus name Amen!

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