Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, June 13, 1901
Add to My HeroesLeslie N. Patrick
Officer Leslie Patrick succumbed to a gunshot wound while arresting a man for stealing a horse on Dover Street.
A struggle ensued and the man pulled out a handgun. The subject struck Officer Patrick on the head with the gun and it discharged, Striking him in the head. Officer Patrick was transported to his home and then to the hospital when he became unconscious. He succumbed to his wound two days later at the hospital.
The suspect was initially sentenced to 40 years but in a second trial had his sentence reduced to five years for shooting Officer Patrick and two years for stealing the horse.
Officer Patrick had served with the Dallas Police Department for one year and was survived by his brother and sister. He was buried in Edgewood Cemetery, Lancaster, Texas.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 7
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, June 11, 1901
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to five years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Patrick,
On June 5, 2021, I recieved the great honor of riding the 6th Annual Ride to Remember with your name and badge number. Thank you for your service protecting the great City of Dallas. You paid the greatest sacrifice and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Dallas County Citizen Chris Bentley
Supporter of the DPD and the DPD Cycling Team
June 5, 2021
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