Trooper Richard Gilbert Barnhart, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania

Trooper Richard Gilbert Barnhart

Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Saturday, August 8, 1964

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Richard Gilbert Barnhart

Trooper Richard Barnhart was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a drag racer on Route 112 near Republic, Pennsylvania. During the pursuit a vehicle pulled out of a service station and caused a collision.

Trooper Barnhart was a U.S Army veteran and had served with the Pennsylvania State Police for almost 13 years He is survived by his wife and two infant children.

Bio

Age 37
Tour 12 years, 8 months
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Not available
Offender Not available

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Trooper Barnhart,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 8, 2024