Albany County Constable's Office, New York
End of Watch Monday, January 3, 1791
Add to My HeroesDarius Quimby
Constable Darius Quimby was stabbed to death while attempting to arrest a man on a trespassing warrant.
The suspect was found guilty of murdering Constable Quimby in the July 1791 session of the New York State Supreme Court and was hanged on August 26, 1791.
Constable Quimby is the first known law enforcement officer to be killed in the line of duty in the United States.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Executed in 1791
Most Recent Reflection
View all 85 ReflectionsIt's amazing to see so many LEOs here remembering Constable Darius Quimby. I have always been proud to be related to him. I'm glad he is a remembered by so many good people, he is in good company.
Spencer Quimby, No Rank
Direct Descendant
April 9, 2024
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