Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, June 13, 1979
Albert Joseph Izzo
Trooper Albert Izzo was shot and killed while serving a narcotics search warrant on a home in New Castle, Pennsylvania. During the raid there was an exchange of gunfire and Trooper Izzo was mortally wounded. Two suspects were charged with murder and criminal homicide and two others were charged with possession of a controlled substance.
The shooter was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison on January 19, 1982. He was denied a new trial in 2008.
Trooper Izzo was a U.S Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Pennsylvania State Police for almost eight years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 7 years, 11 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsI take you as a HUGE remodel on my life. I know you were brave on that day. And if I was the president in that year I would give you the medal of valor and honor. I love you grandfather.
anthony joseeph izzo
his grandson
March 16, 2018
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