Robert Van Hall
1980
Robert Van Hall Jr..
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Investigator Robert Van Hall was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to arrest two brothers for trafficking cocaine and marijuana. He was a passenger in an unmarked patrol car and was shot by the suspects with a shotgun. Both suspects were convicted of murder and sentenced to life. One had his conviction overturned and resentenced for drug convictions. He was paroled in 2013. The 32-year-old shooter, who was up for parole, died in prison January 16, 2019. Investigator Van Hall was a Vietnam War veteran.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and 14-year-old daughter.
Service Record
Also Served
New York State Police
Investigator
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