Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Tuesday, October 8, 1985
Add to My HeroesRichard J. Lear
Police Officer Richard Lear was struck by a vehicle and killed while responding to a burglar alarm call in the 5400 block of York Road.
Officer Lear had served with the Baltimore City Police Department for over 30 years and was assigned to the Northern District.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 30 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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