Patrolman Alexander Warren

Patrolman Alexander Warren

Youngstown Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, May 3, 1921

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Alexander Warren

Patrolman Alexander Warren was shot and killed while investigating two suspicious men on Belmont Avenue, between Rayen Street and Wood Street.

Patrolman Warren was on foot patrol at 10:20 pm when he observed the two men come out of an alley. As he crossed the street to talk to them, one of the men suddenly produced a .38 caliber revolver and opened fire, mortally wounding Patrolman Warren.

One of the men was convicted of murdering Patrolman Warren and was executed on September 9th, 1921.

Patrolman Warren was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

  • Age 38
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
  • Offender Executed in 1921

foot patrol, suspicious person

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Patrolman Warren,
Sir, even though it's been over 101 years since your End of Watch you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Youngstown. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

May 4, 2022

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