Roll of Honor
Incident
Police Officer Robert Fumiatti succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained five years earlier at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Street.
He was attempting to conduct a subject stop a convicted felon during a drug investigation when he was shot in the face. He was resuscitated at the scene but continued to suffer health issues until passing away from complications on January 10th, 2007.
The man who shot him was sentenced to 45 years in prison.
Officer Fumiatti had served with the New Haven Police Department for six years and was assigned to the Street Interdiction Unit.
On June 13, 2002, Patrol Officer Robert Fumiatti was gravely wounded in the line of duty during a drug investigation. Robert passed away on January 10, 2007, as a result of his injuries. Robert was a six-year veteran of the New Haven Police Department, but more than that, he was an outstanding officer, a trusted colleague, and a dear friend.
Robert embodied the very best of our profession. He served with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to protecting the people of New Haven. His bravery and dedication were evident every day he put on the uniform, and his sacrifice reminds us of the risks our officers take to keep our communities safe.
As Chief of Police at the time of his passing, I had the honor of working alongside Robert and witnessing firsthand the impact he had on those around him. His professionalism, his kindness, and his friendship left a mark that will never fade.
We will never forget Robert. His memory lives on in the department he served so faithfully, in the community he protected, and in the hearts of all who knew him. Today and always, we honor his service, his sacrifice, and his life. Rest in peace, Robert. You are missed dearly, and you will never be forgotten.
Chief Francisco Ortiz New Haven Police Department December 18th, 2025
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Tributes
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Police Officer Fumiatti gave the New Haven Police Department 6 years.
Thank you for your service to the New Haven community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Police Officer Fumiatti.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
Agency
Service Record
Incident Details
Police Officer Robert Fumiatti is one of 17,623 officers killed feloniously — deliberately targeted and murdered in the line of duty across the full record of this memorial — 54.2% of all 32,508 officers honored here.
In CT, 74 of 169 officers were killed feloniously — deliberately targeted and murdered in the line of duty — 43.8% of this state's fallen. That is 10.4 percentage points below the national rate of 54.2%.
At New Haven Police Dept., 10 of 23 officers on record were killed feloniously — deliberately targeted and murdered in the line of duty — 43.5% of this agency's fallen.
National Cause Distribution
How Felonious compares to all causes of officer death in the memorial record. Robert Fumiatti's cause is highlighted.
How Robert Fumiatti Compares
Offender Outcome
Sentenced to 45 years
When Felonious Deaths Occur
Monthly distribution of Felonious deaths across the full memorial record. Robert Fumiatti is highlighted in Jan.
Weapons Used Against Officers
Most common weapons in felonious officer deaths. Robert Fumiatti was killed by gun; unknown type.
Incident Location
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