Police Officer Rush Stehlin, Easton Police Department, Pennsylvania

Police Officer Rush Stehlin

Easton Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Tuesday, December 19, 1922

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Rush Stehlin

Officer Rush Stehlin was shot and killed while investigating two men who had just robbed a man and wife.

Officer Stehlin was talking to the couple at the intersection of Third Street and Ferry Street when they saw the two men walk by. Officer Stehlin called out to them to stop from across the street. One of the men opened fire, mortally wounding Officer Stehlin.

The 22-year-old suspect, who was sentenced to death, later had his sentence commuted to life. He was paroled in 1951.

Officer Stehlin served with the Easton Police Department for 12 years and was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 12 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Paroled in 1951

robbery

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Today marks 100 years since you were killed in the line of duty. Last night, family and friends gathered to commemorate the anniversary. We spoke of your legacy and the ultimate sacrifice you made.

You spent your career making the world a better place and ultimately lost your life while serving our community. Although it has been 100 years since your passing, your legacy lives on and your sacrifice is not forgotten. I am proud to share your name and profession, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and protect the same community you sacrificed so much for.

Tpr. Rush W. Stehlin IV
Pennsylvania State Police

December 19, 2022