New York City Department of Correction, New York
End of Watch Monday, June 10, 1991
Add to My HeroesStanley Delano Rhem
Captain Rhem was shot and killed while chasing two men attempting a robbery at West 144th Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan. Four days later a tip led to the arrest of the suspects who were charged with armed robbery and second degree murder.
Captain Rhem had been with the department for 19 years and was survived by his wife and two children. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 19 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
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View all 16 ReflectionsCaptain, on this 29th "anniversary" of your untimely and tragic departure, please know that time will never erase your true heroism and sacrifice and that you will always be remembered by your fellow LE brethren. Rest in peace sir.
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