Lynn Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, October 9, 1995
Gary L. Twyman
Patrolman Gary Twyman was killed after being stabbed. Patrolman Twyman, off duty and unarmed, was defending a woman who was being attacked by a knife wielding man. The man was later found by responding officers and was shot in the leg after refusing to surrender.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life without parole.
Patrolman Twyman had served with the agency for nine years.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Sentenced to life
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