Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Monday, October 16, 1972
Add to My HeroesRobert D. Lapp, Jr.
Trooper Robert Lapp was shot and killed while serving a warrant to a fugitive.
As Trooper Lapp and other officers entered the suspect’s apartment, a single shot was fired, killing Trooper Lapp. Other officers returned fire, killing the suspect.
Trooper Lapp was a U.S Navy veteran who had served with the Pennsylvania State Police for eight years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Shot and killed by officers
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