Police Officer Robert S. Hayes, Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Police Officer Robert S. Hayes

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Thursday, June 17, 1993

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Robert S. Hayes

Officer Hayes was shot and killed while investigating an occupied vehicle on Limeklin Pike, near Andrews Avenue.

Officer Hayes and his partner stopped the vehicle for a traffic violation. While talking with the occupants a struggle ensued and the suspect was able to gain control of Officer Hayes' partner's gun. The suspect then opened fire, striking Officer Hayes in the eye and his partner in the chest. Officer Hayes succumbed to his injuries during surgery. His partner was permanently disabled as a result of the shooting.

The suspect was later convicted of murder and attempted murder and sentenced to death.

Officer Hayes had served with the agency for 7 years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and three sons.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 7 years
Badge 6720

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Sentenced to death

suspicious vehicle, traffic stop

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I knew you and my brothers and I played with your boys when we were kids at Beachcomber Campground. Later, as a Police Officer I ran into your wife and children and had memories of those days. I was in middle school when you were taken away. I remember that day like yesterday and thought about you and so many others through my years on the department. Since my separation from the job, I have put it so far behind me but your sacrifice, and that of many others I have never forgotten. My father and I spoke about your last stop and I kept all the lessons with me through my career and life. I hope your family is safe and healthy and I know your legacy lives on in your boys.

P/O Shaun O'Neill #4478 (Retired)
Philadelphia Police Department 25th District

December 20, 2024