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Garrett Farrell

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Sep 26, 1980

Victim Details

Garrett T. Farrell

Male

White / Caucasian

Philadelphia

PA

1980-09-26

26

Garrett

Farrell

06/26/2026

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Garrett T. Farrell, a 26-year-old male police officer with the Philadelphia Police Department, tragically lost his life on September 26, 1980. Officer Farrell was shot and killed while pursuing a thief who had robbed a 72-year-old woman of her purse. The incident occurred in a wooded area near the intersection of Price Street and Wayne Avenue. Officer Farrell and his partner had chased the suspect into the woods when the suspect turned and opened fire, striking both officers multiple times. Desp ...
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  • Garrett Thomas “Gary” Farrell (1954-1980) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • Mural to slain cop acquires new life in Manayunk
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