Corporal Scotty Canezaro

Corporal Scotty Canezaro | Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana Corporal Scotty Canezaro | Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
Corporal Scotty Canezaro | Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
Corporal Scotty Canezaro | Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana
Corporal Scotty Canezaro

Baton Rouge Police Department, Louisiana

End of Watch Sunday, March 26, 2023

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Scotty Canezaro

Corporal Scotty Canezaro and Sergeant David Poirrier were killed in a helicopter crash in a field off North Winterville Road, near U.S. 190 at Erwinville, at about 2:26 am.

The crew of the Robinson R-44 helicopter was sent to assist in the pursuit of a fleeing vehicle around 2 am.

The suspect was arrested and charged with two counts of manslaughter.

Corporal Canezaro had served with the Baton Rouge Police Department for 16 years and was assigned to the Air Support Unit. He is survived by his wife, son, mother, and nieces.

Bio

  • Age 38
  • Tour 16 years
  • Badge 10200

Incident Details

  • Cause Aircraft accident

helicopter crash, vehicle pursuit

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My uncle was the best man on this earth he did everything in his power to make sure the family was happy I wish I was closer to him but I know he is in peace and he is watching over me my sister Savannah and my mom Angela fly high uncle Scotty I miss you everyday not a day goes by when your on my mind I love you

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