Police Officer Felix A. Barta, Cedar Rapids Police Department, Iowa

Police Officer Felix A. Barta

Cedar Rapids Police Department, Iowa

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Felix A. Barta

Police Officer Felix Barta was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance.

After shooting Officer Barta, the subject shot his ex-girlfriend and then committed suicide.

Officer Barta had served with the Cedar Rapids Police Department for 18 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 52
Tour 18 years
Badge 5

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Committed suicide

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