Patrolman Gregory J. Neupert, aged 23, was a young and dedicated officer of the New Orleans Police Department. On November 8, 1980, he was tragically shot and killed while performing his duties. Neupert, who had served with the department for two years, was conducting a routine stop of three suspects in an area known for high narcotics activity near the Fischers Housing Project. During the search, one of the suspects drew a small-caliber revolver and fired a single shot, striking Neupert in the
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