Indianapolis, IN – Members of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) and the Marion County community honored Patrol Officer David S. Moore this week, marking 15 years since his death in the line of duty.
According to IMPD, Officer Moore, 29, was shot on January 23, 2011, during a routine traffic stop on the city’s north side. Despite wearing a protective vest, he sustained fatal injuries and died on January 26, 2011, at Wishard Memorial Hospital.
The suspect was arrested later that day and pleaded guilty to murder, receiving a life sentence without parole.
Officer Moore, a graduate of Roncalli High School and Purdue University, joined the Indianapolis Police Department in 2004. He was recognized for his professionalism and dedication, earning both the Medal of Valor and Medal of Merit. He was the first IMPD officer to be killed in the line of duty following the department’s consolidation.
More than 2,000 people attended his funeral, and his service continues to be honored through the “Patrolman David S. Moore Hallway” at the IMPD Training Academy and the David S. Moore Navy ROTC Scholarship at Purdue University.
“His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten,” IMPD shared in a remembrance post honoring his legacy.
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