Fort Gay Police Department, West Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, April 20, 1985
Add to My HeroesJohn Raymond Tucker
Patrolman John Tucker was shot and killed shortly before 10:00 pm as he sat in his patrol car running radar.
Two suspects were apprehended three days later. One of the suspects was a former patrolman with the Fort Gay Police Department.
Patrolman Tucker had served with the Fort Gay Police Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsPatrolman Tucker,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fort Gay. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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