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| Name : Bilodeau, Robert | Rank: P.O. |
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| Shield #: 31182 | Command: Street Crime Unit | |||
| Date of Death: 1980-02-12 | Cause of Death: Shot-Investigation | |||
| Officer Bilodeau was shot and killed when he approached six suspicious men in the confines of the 28th precinct. Officer Bilodeau and his partner observed one of the men adjusting what they thought was a gun in his waist band. When they exited their unmarked car to investigate, the suspect fled on foot down an alleyway. Officer Biloduau pursued the suspect and was shot and in an exchange of gunfire. He later died at Harlem Hospital.
The suspect, who was wounded in the exchange, was arrested by an Officer of the Mount Vernon, New York, Police Department when he arrived at a hospital for treatment. He was charged with murder and convicted after a trial. The suspect was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. Office Bilodeau was awarded his second NYPD Medal of Honor posthumously. At that time, he was the only Officer to have received two Medals of Honor during his career. |
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| I came on the job with Bob Bilodeau. He was appointed the same day as myself. 2/26/73. I remember him from the Police Academy. Although we weren't close friends, simply because we were separated because of where we assigned accordingl to the borough we resided. However, I knew him to be a friendly person and of course later on as a courageous police officer. I will always remember him in my prayers.. Ed Ulon retired Lieutenant, NYPD | ||||
— Edward F. Ulon |
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| One night at man/cb,I met Officer Bilodeau processing his prisoner{s];he had just returned to full duty after having his throat slashed while on duty.I commented on his injury and that maybe he should go for three quarters, but he shrugged it off.I thought that was pretty special of him he loved the job more than himself. | ||||
— Sgt.Richard Mammano ret. |
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| I met Bobby in the Police Academy as we were in the same class 73-8. We along with about 10 others were assigned to the $1Pct. Bobby was an active cop and loved by all. On one arrest he almost lost the sight in one eye. But that didn't stop Bobby he was determined to be the best cop in the N.Y.P.D. Although we both later moved on within the dept. we always stayed in touch. Bobby had another close call while on an assignment he had his throat slashed. Again Bob returned to duty not thinking twice about how close he came to death. I was on my way to work when I got the news of Bobby's death on my car radio. Although I lost 3 other co workers in the 41, Bobby's death hit home the hardest. He was a great cop and a great father and husband. He is still missed by all who knew him and will remain forever in our hearts. Ted Dziedzic. | ||||
— Ted Dziedzic |
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| Robert Bilodeau was my Uncle. I was just a teen when I heard that he was killed in the line of duty. He was such a brave man, he truly was doing what he was meant to do, serve on the police force. We all still miss him so much. I'll never forget his nickname for me "Pizza face". I guess I could eat pizza for every meal! Not only do i miss my Uncle but I miss all my cousins (his children). The person who took my uncles life also broke the connection that his children had with their cousins. I miss you Uncle Bobby but know that we will never forget you and feel your presence when we gather around chatting about you! | ||||
— Jackie Bilodeau |
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| I never knew Robert. I just remember all of the sad news about him as a fellow New Yorker with the same name. May he rest in peace. Robert Bilodeau | ||||
— Robert Bilodeau |
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| Bobby Bilodeau died in the arms of my partner and I. There isn't a moth that goes by that I don't think of this hero. Here it is 25 years later and I'm still here and Bobby is long gone. The shock of the shootout and loss of such a great cop had me forget that I actually placed his snub nose firearm in my waistband and didn't remember until the detectives in the 28 questioned me. He had three beautiful kids and a beautiful wife. The children are all grown by now and I pray they are all well. That is a night I shall never forget. When you think of the word Hero--know that Bobby Bilodeau's name is right next to it. | ||||
— Chuck Ferrara |
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| I met Bob at the Academy in feb.of '73 we were in class 73-8.Most of us were fresh out of the service and coming back from Nam.We were one of the oldest classes that ever entered the Academy.Most of the guys in that class were mature and had street smarts beyond belief.That fact Is evidenced by the exploits of bob.He was one of the rare breed of cops that had that sixth sense.He could smell trouble from afar.After we graduated from the Academy I had a party at my house and We were discussing what we wanted to accomplish in the dept.Bob answered,"I want to be the best cop in the Dept." He was,and then some. I feel honored to have known him. | ||||
— Andy Holokrys |
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| rest in peace.every now and then I think of you and the sacrifice you made....I'll never forget. | ||||
— sjs Posted: November 7, 2006, 7:21 am |
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| i grew up with bobby in whitestone.i remember he bought a mustang about '64 or '65.he was also a railway express cop and got me a job with him.he left and went to the nypd,and i went to the "G".he was always a loyal friend and a guy who would go out of his way to help you.i miss you bobby,peace in heaven billy o | ||||
— billy olaschinez Posted: April 5, 2007, 5:10 am |
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| I worked with Bob in SCU. Was one of the nicest and funniest guys to be around. He made great collars time in and time out. Was a special guy ! | ||||
— Bill Krebs Posted: August 23, 2007, 6:27 pm |
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| I never knew Bob, but I remember the first time Bob made the local NYC news. He was slashed while working undercover as a derelict. He needed many stitches. Then, some time later, Bob made the news again when he died in the line of duty. Cops like Bob are those we need all be proud of. More interested in doing a first-rate job than they are in salary or pensions, etc. I hope there are many cops just like Bob today in NYPD. Cops like Bob have made NYC so much safer. There also is a plaque with Bob's name at the Police Hall of Fame in Miami. Whenever I talk highly of courageous cops, I talk about Bob and his two on-the job injuries (including the fatal one). Cops like Bob are good reasons to give cops raises. They are targets while working. | ||||
— Craig Posted: June 21, 2008, 5:23 pm |
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| It's coming up on 29 years and it seems like yesterday the nightmare occured when I had to notify Bob's wife and childlren that he had died. I was part of Bob's 3 man team but that night having just returned from "sick call" had asked him and our 3rd team member Mario if I could drive the 1st Squad Sgt. My world changed a few hours later when I heard Mario call over the 10-13. Most weeks since then have not gone by without me thinking of him and his family.Bob and Kathy I am so sorry for not having been there to possibly have made a difference. Bob, rest in peace. Tom | ||||
— Tom Goodrich Posted: January 20, 2009, 7:53 pm |
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| Bobby and Mario were actually on there way back to Randalls Island at the end of their tour when they spotted the perp. Instead of just ignoring him they gave chase. I worked in the first sqd at SCU with Bob. He met my family and ate at my kitchen table. He had several opportunities for 3/4's but didn't want them. My wife looked at the scars on his slashed neck and couldn't believe he still survived. There was also a connection between his assailant and an arrest that Abe Walton made. "Cut-em-loose Bruce" also had a hand in all of this. | ||||
— Roy Zinkiewicz Posted: April 21, 2009, 12:00 am |
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| I STILL THINK ABOUT BOB, GREAT GUY HE WAS MY NEIGHBOR IN QUEENS NY, MY HEART STILL GOES OUT TO KATHY AND THE KIDS | ||||
— SHARON Posted: September 11, 2009, 1:17 am |
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| KATHY IF U SEE THIS COMMENT PLS EMAIL ME, I LIVE IN FL. AND I HAVE ONE SON AND HE IS A POLICE OFFICER, I WORRY SICK EVERY DAY BUT HE LOVES BEING A COP JUST LIKE BOB, I REMEBER THE DAY BOB CAME HOME IN HIS CRUISER, IF THAT JERK OF A JUDGE DIDNT LET THIS GUY OUT BOB WOULD STILL BE ALIVE, THEY CALLED THE JUDGE LET HIM LOOSE BRUCE, THE GUY WAS A LONG TIME CRIMINAL, IF I WERE A JUDGE I WOULD LEAVE ALL THESE DAMN CRIMINALS IN JAIL WITH BREAD AND WATER ONLY AND NO CIGARETTES I WOULD BE A REAL BITCH, REST IN PEACE BOB | ||||
— SHARON Posted: September 11, 2009, 9:22 am |
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| I am Kathy's younger sister Ann and want to get in touch with Sharon who left the message about Bob. | ||||
— Ann Kurpell Posted: October 16, 2009, 4:04 pm |
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| Hi Ann pls email me ok | ||||
— sharon Posted: November 5, 2009, 6:59 am |
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| Hi again Ann here is my email address shasta131313@aol.com pls put in ref to bob ok, | ||||
— sharon Posted: November 5, 2009, 7:02 am |
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| god bless u bob, i always think of u and your children who grew up without there father, love sharon | ||||
— sharon Posted: January 29, 2010, 7:48 pm |
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| This man was one of a kind. The best of the best. R.I.P brother. | ||||
— JOE LAGRIPPO Posted: February 12, 2010, 5:44 pm |
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| its nice to know that some people are thinking of bob, thanks joe, my son is a police officer bso in fl, im scared every day i just pray | ||||
— SHARON Posted: February 15, 2010, 5:50 pm |
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