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Patrolman John J. Regan | New York City Police Department, New York New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman

John J. Regan

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch: Wednesday, August 8, 1917

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 42

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire (Accidental)

Incident Date: 8/8/1917

Weapon: Officer's handgun

Suspect: Not available

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Patrolman Regan was accidentally shot and killed while sitting in the rear of a store on Seventh Avenue while on duty. Patrolman Regan dropped his gun and it discharged, striking him in the abdomen. He was transported to Harlem Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

Patrolman Regan was normally assigned to the Alexander Avenue Station (present-day 40th Precinct). At the time of the accident, he was temporarily assigned to the West 135th Street Station (present-day 32nd Precinct).

Patrolman Regan was survived by his wife.

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I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Regan and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes
August 7, 2009

 

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