Alphonso B. Deal.
Senior Court Clerk Alphonso Deal was shot and killed while coming to the assistance of a robbery victim on West 140th Street in New York City at approximately 11:10 pm. He was attempting to arrest a man who had shot another man and stolen his bicycle when the man suddenly turned around and opened fire, striking Officer Deal. Although mortally wounded, Officer Deal was able to return fire and struck the suspect five times, wounding him. Officer Deal was transported to Columbia Presbyterian Hospital where he died of his injuries. The 27-year-old suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. He will be eligible for parole in 2033. Court Officer Deal had served with the New York State Office of Court Administration for 16 years.
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In tribute
I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.
Senior Court Clerk Deal gave the New York State Office of Court Administration 16 years.
Thank you for your service to the Albany community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, brother.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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