Officer Robert Edward Schachte

Officer Robert Edward Schachte | Indianapolis Police Department, Indiana
Indianapolis Police Department, Indiana
Officer Robert Edward Schachte

Indianapolis Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Tuesday, October 22, 1974

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Robert Edward Schachte

Officer Robert Schachte was shot and killed while responding to an armed robbery after stopping a vehicle on North College Avenue at 1:20 p.m.

The suspect escaped and was apprehended in Detroit nearly a year later. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. The offender was again denied parole on August 3, 2010.

Officer Schachte was a United States Marine Corps veteran and served with the Indianapolis Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife. His brother also served with the agency.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour 6 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Sentenced to life

convicted felon, traffic stop

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Officer Schachte,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC. And to your Family and loved ones,I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 22, 2024

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