Bio & Incident Details
Age: Not available
Tour: Not available
Badge # 1475
Cause: Gunfire (Accidental)
Incident Date: 5/21/1904
Weapon: Handgun; Revolver
Suspect: Not available
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Patrolman Michael Shaughnessy was killed during an escape attempt.
Patrolman Shaughnessy was one of three officers attacked by a mob attempting to free a prisoner at 493 Canal Street. One of the officers was knocked down, beaten and cut with a knife. This officer drew his service revolver and fired at his assailants. Officer Shaughnessy was mortally wounded by the bullet.
