Robert Machate

Death by Force

Robert E. Machate, a 25-year-old police officer with the New York City Police Department, tragically lost his life on March 3, 1989. Officer Machate was on duty with the Brooklyn South Task Force Anti-Crime Unit when he and his partner stopped a vehicle occupied by two suspicious males. During the questioning, a struggle ensued, and one of the suspects managed to seize Officer Machate's service weapon. In the ensuing chaos, the suspect shot Officer Machate, resulting in his death. This incident ...Read More

Police Officer Robert E. Machate

Officer Slain In a Struggle In Flatbush - The New York Times

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