Salina Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Sunday, February 11, 1917
Add to My HeroesJohn Riley Stonebraker
Patrolman John Stonebraker were shot and killed as he and the police chief responded to a public disturbance. As they entered a room in the home one of two suspects opened fire, killing Patrolman Stonebraker and wounding the chief.
Both suspects were apprehended and convicted of murder. The shooter was sentenced to 20 years and the other one to 10 years.
Patrolman Stonebraker was survived by his wife and four children. He was preceded in death by a son. He was a Civil War Veteran having served with the 147th Indiana Infantry, Company E, and the 134th Indiana Infantry, Company B.
Bio
- Age 69
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years and 10 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRip patrolman stonebraker you are not forgotten thank you for your service
James Morris Vistor to pay respects to fallen officers.
February 11, 2017
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