Patrolman Robert L. Gotel
Monticello Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, August 27, 1979
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Patrolman Robert Gotel was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a 99-year-old man for brandishing a firearm.
Patrolman Gotel and the police chief were attempting to enter the man's home to arrest him when the man fired a round from a pistol. The round struck Patrolman Gotel in the head.
Patrolman Gotel had served with the Monticello Police Department for one year. He was survived by his parents and six siblings.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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