Police Officer Seymour H. Lawler, Detroit Police Department, Michigan

Police Officer Seymour H. Lawler

Detroit Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Saturday, March 26, 1938

Seymour H. Lawler

Police Officer Seymour Lawler and Police Officer Hiram Reno were shot and killed by a robbery suspect they had just arrested at 1002 W. Forest Avenue near Hamilton and Forrest Avenues. The man had been placed in the back of the officers' patrol car.

The suspect produced a handgun concealed in his coat and shot both officers, killing them instantly. Police shot and killed the suspect.

Officer Lawler had served with the Detroit Police Department for 13 years and was assigned to the 8th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 13 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Shot and killed

arrest, robbery

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Officer Lawler,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death death I would just like to say thank to you and your Partner for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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March 26, 2018