Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
Keith G. DuPuis
- Rank: Policeman
- Serial Number: 10657
- Division: Wilshire
- Location: Pico Blvd and San Vicente
- Date Killed: Thursday, October 27, 1966
- Cause of Death: Gunshot wound
Rememberance
Policeman Dupuis was shot and mortally wounded by a motorist he and his partner stopped for driving erratically. Policeman Dupuis returned fire almost simultaneously seriously wounding the gunman. Policeman Dupuis, who was shot through his mouth, died in the hospital eleven days later. The gunman and his companion were arrested and charged with murder. It was later discovered that both suspects were Ohio ex-convicts wanted for robbing a store in Omaha, Nebraska. Both suspects were convicted of first degree murder on March 17, 1967. The gunman was sentenced to death and his companion was sentenced to life. The gunman’s sentence was later commuted to life.
Heroism. Valor. In memoriam.
Every day, the members of the LAPD put their lives on the line. We remember and honor the officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty who have lost their lives while serving the people of the City of Los Angeles.