Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, June 22, 1929
Add to My HeroesOscar Emmett Hope
Detective Oscar Hope was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call involving a weapon.
He went into the front door of the home and his partner went around to the rear. While Detective Hope was inside he was shot in the back of the head. His partner chased the suspect and shot and killed him during an exchange of gunfire.
Detective Hope was survived by his wife, parents, two brothers and five sisters.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsEven though those in the family who knew you personally have all passed, you will always be remembered. You love of life and family and commitment to duty lives on in the hearts of those left behind.
Heather Hope
Grandniece
April 17, 2021
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