On June 19, 1980, 40-year-old New York City Transit Police Officer Joseph Keegan was killed while on duty at the Columbus Circle subway station. A 15-year veteran, Keegan confronted a man suspected of attempting to evade the subway fare; a struggle over Keegan’s service weapon ended when the suspect fired a single, fatal shot to Keegan’s head.

A citywide manhunt led to the suspect’s arrest later that same day in Central Park. The person taken into custody was identified as Bruce Lorick and was charged with Keegan’s murder. Lorick was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to 25 years to life.

Officer Keegan’s death left a profound impact on his family and colleagues. What details about Keegan’s life or that day stand out to readers who remember him or were in Manhattan in 1980?