Biographical Info
Age: 40
Tour of Duty: 16 years
Badge Number: 7201

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Weapon Used: Rifle; .30-.30
Suspect Info: Committed suicide

Trooper Paul Richey was shot and killed when he and another trooper responded to a domestic disturbance call in Cranberry Township, Venango County, at 11:45 am.

Both troopers arrived at the scene and exited their vehicles when Trooper Richey was struck by a shot fired from inside the residence. Additional units arrived and removed Trooper Richey from the scene.

The suspect also murdered his wife before committing suicide.

Trooper Richey had served with the Pennsylvania State Police for 16 years. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

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