New York Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, September 25, 1895
Add to My HeroesJohn T. Delehanty
Patrolman Delehanty was assaulted as he returned to the station house after working a plain cloths assignment. When Patrolman Delehanty and his partner reached the corner of East 34th Street and 2nd Avenue, in Manhattan, they came across a group of intoxicated males acting disorderly. Patrolman Delehanty ordered the loudest of the group to quiet down. The suspect refused and Patrolman Delehanty attempted to seize the suspect, who was an acrobat, but failed.
The suspect struck Patrolman Delehanty with both fists while at the same time tripping him to the ground. The suspect then struck Patrolman Delehanty with a sandbag, fracturing his skull. The suspect fled, but was apprehended by another Patrolman. Patrolman Delehanty died three days later from his injury.
This incident caused the Police Commissioner to restore long night sticks to the force.
Patrolman Delehanty was assigned t the 21st Precinct, the present day 13th Precinct. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Sunday, September 22, 1895
- Weapon Blunt object; Sandbag
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Delehanty,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.
R.I.P.
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