Patrolman Frank Bruno Jr.
Memphis Police Department
Tennessee
End of Watch: Friday, October 7, 1960

Biographical Info
Age: 29
Tour of Duty: 5 years
Badge Number: 98

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, October 7, 1960
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Convicted of murder

Patrolman Frank Bruno was shot and killed while investigating a burglary in progress at 639 East McLemore Street. Patrolman Bruno and his partner were informed by a citizen of a possible burglary at the address. While Patrolman Bruno's partner questioned the complainant, he entered the store. Two shots were fired as he entered, one of which struck and killed Patrolman Bruno. Patrolman Bruno's partner fired several shots at the suspects as they fled, but none hit their mark. All three suspects were eventually apprehended and convicted of murder.

Patrolman Bruno had served with the agency for five years. He was survived by a wife and two children.