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Eric Emiliano Zapata
- Apr. 18, 2011 -
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| Resided: |
MI, USA
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| Born: | Unk |
| Fallen: | Apr. 18, 2011 |
| Race/Sex: | Caucasian Male / 35 yrs. of age |
| | Agency |
| Dept: | Kalamazoo Dept. of Public Safety - MI
150 E Crosstown Pkwy A
Kalamazoo, MI
49001 USA
(269)337-8120 |
| County: | Kalamazoo |
| Dept. Type: | Municipal/Police |
| Hero's Rank: | Public Safety Officer |
| Sworn Date: | Unk |
| FBI Class: | Homicide - Gun |
| Weapon Class: | Firearm |
| Agency URL: | Click Here
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| Badge: | 11611 |
| On The Job: |
10 years
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| Bio: Eric was born in Ionia, MI the son of Adolfo and Connie (Casarez) Zapata.
He was a member of Lightning Kicks where he enjoyed doing mixed martial arts and was a mentor to many children; and enjoyed the game of golf.
Eric was a family man. His smile and charm warmed the hearts of all who came in contact with him. His love and dedication to his job was matched only by his love and dedication to his children. Eric was a friend to all and a hero to many.
He is now an angel and once again he is watching over us and protecting us from above. His loving memory is in our hearts and souls forever. May he rest in peace. |
| Survived by: |
Children
Alexis Taylor Zapata, Eric Anthony Zapata, Jacob Emiliano Zapata
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Fatal Incident Summary
| Offender: |
No Info
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| Location: |
Kalamazoo,
MI
USA
Mon. Apr. 18, 2011
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| Summary: |
Officer Eric Zapata was shot and killed after responding to reports of a shots fired call on Hays Park Avenue.
Another officer had also responded to the call and approached a man standing on a porch. As the officer asked the man if he had heard any shots, the man suddenly pulled out a gun and exchanged shots with the officer.
The subject then ran in between two houses where he confronted Officer Zapata. More shots were exchanged and Officer Zapata was struck in the head and chest. The man then committed suicide.
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