Police Officer Stanley "Tex" Pitakos

Police Officer Stanley
Newport Police Department, Kentucky
Police Officer Stanley "Tex" Pitakos

Newport Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Thursday, October 16, 1958

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Stanley "Tex" Pitakos

Officer Pitakos was shot and killed during a robbery in progress of a loan company. Other officers rushing to the scene shot and killed the suspect.

Officer Pitakos was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour 6 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed
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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 55th anniversary year of your death. I am privilege to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service.

My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 28, 2013

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