Officer James Banahan
Lexington Police Department
Kentucky
End of Watch: Saturday, February 23, 1935

Biographical Info
Age: 63
Tour of Duty: 17 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: Saturday, February 23, 1935
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer Banahan was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while directing traffic on the Jefferson Street Viaduct. The driver of the car was arrested a short time later.

Officer Banahan had served with the agency for 17 years. He was survived by his wife.