Trooper Robert G. Dunning, New York State Police, New York

Trooper Robert G. Dunning

New York State Police, New York

End of Watch Sunday, June 14, 1987

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Robert G. Dunning

Trooper Robert Dunning was shot and killed after he and his partner responded to a man with a gun call on Davis Road in Pleasant Valley.

As soon as the troopers arrived at the home, the suspect shot both officers with an AR-15 rifle, killing Trooper Dunning and wounding his partner in the leg. The suspect then committed suicide.

Trooper Dunning had served with the New York State Police for 20 years. He was survived by his wife, three children, three stepchildren, parents, and two brothers, who also served with the New York State Police.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 22 years
Badge 2569

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle; AR-15
Offender Committed suicide

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My 12yo son Hudson plays hockey for the West Point Junior Black Knights. Yesterday, his coaches took members of the 14U team up the Trail of the Fallen where each player was told to pick a name they saw at the top and to remember it. Hudson chose State Trooper Robert Dunning. (He chose Robert because his father’s name is Robert and he would only have to remember one name). When they returned to the bottom of the mountain, each player was asked to state the name they chose. Hudson was instructed to learn about Robert’s life and the ultimate sacrifice that he made. Hudson vowed to give his best every single game in honor of Robert Dunning. His first game is 8/22 and Hudson will be thinking of Mr. Dunning. Thank you for your sacrifice. We truly appreciate it and will now honor you each and every game!

Hudson Baker-Stuck
WP JBK Hockey #36

August 17, 2025