Metropolitan Police Department, District of Columbia
End of Watch Saturday, February 20, 1971
Add to My HeroesDavid Harry Rose
Officer David Rose was accidentally shot and killed in Montgomery County, Maryland, following a pursuit of a robbery and kidnapping suspect that ended in Montgomery County.
The suspect vehicle stopped on I-495, near University Boulevard, and a struggle ensued as they attempted to arrest the man. The officer's gun was discharged when his arm was bumped during the struggle.
Officer Rose was a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for nine months. He was survived by his expectant wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 9 months
- Badge 3549
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 20 ReflectionsOfficer Rose,
On this 52nd anniversary of your passing, I wanted to let you know that no passage of time shall ever erase the sacrifice you made for your community. As a DC native and former longtime resident of 20 years, I am grateful for your sacrifice and willingness to keep the peace. On this day my heart is with your family and all of the fine men and women who had the pleasure to serve alongside you. You will never be forgotten…
Daniel Bloom
Criminal Justice Scholar/Prospective Law Enforcement Officer
Silver Spring, Maryland
February 20, 2023
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