Patrolman John Raymond Tucker, Fort Gay Police Department, West Virginia

Patrolman John Raymond Tucker

Fort Gay Police Department, West Virginia

End of Watch Saturday, April 20, 1985

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John 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

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Patrolman 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.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 20, 2025