Ralph Edward Harper

Death by Force

Ralph Edward Harper, a retired St. Louis City Police Sergeant, tragically lost his life on October 29, 2018, at the age of 67. Harper was shot during a robbery attempt outside a relative's home in the Tower Grove South neighborhood of St. Louis. On that fateful morning, Harper was parking his car to babysit two children in his family when he was approached by two individuals, Jalynn Garner and Justin Matthews. A confrontation ensued, during which Harper was shot. Despite being critically injured ...Read More

AP News: Man gets 20 years in prison for killing retired St. Louis police officer during carjacking attempt

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