New Haven Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Sunday, June 13, 1954
Add to My HeroesRalph Palma
Detective Ralph Palma succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained on May 12th, 1954, when he was shot by two robbery suspects at the Paramount Theater at 146 Temple Street.
The two men had committed a robbery earlier in the day. Detective Palma had gone to the theater with other detectives and members of the Connecticut State Police after learning the two suspects were sitting in the back row.
Both suspects committed suicide several hours later as police closed in on them.
Detective Palma was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Wednesday, May 12, 1954
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsDet. Palma,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New Haven. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 13, 2024
