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Robert E. Cochran
- Jan. 30, 1978 -
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Resided: |
LA, USA
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Born: | Unk |
Fallen: | Jan. 30, 1978 |
Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 32 yrs. of age |
| Agency |
Dept: | Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office - LA
1233 Westbank Expy Harvey, LA
70058 USA (504)363-5500 |
County: | Jefferson Parish |
Dept. Type: | County/Police |
Hero's Rank: | Deputy |
Sworn Date: | Unk |
FBI Class: | Homicide - Gun |
Weapon Class: | Firearm |
Agency URL: | Click Here
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Badge: | 186 |
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Fatal Incident Summary
Offender: |
No Info
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Location: |
LA
USA
Mon. Jan. 30, 1978
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Summary: |
Deputy Cochran was shot and killed during a bank robbery while working at a special detail at a bank on Metairie Road. One of the two suspects entered the bank and observed Deputy Cochran. The suspect then exited the bank and informed the second suspect. The second suspect then entered the bank and immediately shot Deputy Cochran in the shoulder.
As he fell to the ground, Deputy Cochran was able to return fire, striking the suspect in the abdomen. The suspect then walked up to Deputy Cochran and shot him in the head, killing him.
Both suspects were apprehended when the wounded man sought medical attention. The shooter was sentenced to death and eventually executed. The accomplice was sentenced to life in prison.
Deputy Cochran was survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.
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