U.S. Army · United States 
Jerry Foster Philpot
1995
Jerry Foster Philpot II served the U.S. Army. Jerry served in the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Officer Jerry Philpot was shot and killed by suspected gang gunfire around 9:30 p.m. One suspect was killed, and three others were taken into custody. The shooter was sentenced to life and died in prison. Officer Philpot had served with the Detroit Police Department for six years and earned a number of honors, including two citations and one lifesaving award.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife, child, parents, sister, and brother.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1986 – 1987
Conflicts
Cold War
Also Served
Detroit Police Department
Police Officer
In Our Keeping
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