Detective John J. Burke, Galveston Police Department, Texas

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Detective

John J. Burke

Galveston Police Department, Texas

End of Watch: Sunday, January 11, 1914

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 35

Tour: 10 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 1/11/1914

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Not available

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Detective John Burke was killed during a raid during the prohibition era. He was kicking in a door at a local drinking establishment when a suspect inside opened fire.

Detective Burke had served with the Galveston Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 98th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. You will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 11, 2012

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John J. Burke

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