Officer Thomas R. Graham
Indianapolis Police Department
Indiana
End of Watch: Tuesday, October 12, 1965

Biographical Info
Age: 38
Tour of Duty: 9 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Tuesday, October 12, 1965
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Officer Thomas Graham was shot and killed with his own weapon after his prisoner gained control of it. The two were in the basement of Police Headquarters when a struggle ensued and the shooting took place. The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended and sentenced to life in prison.

Officer Graham had served with the Indianapolis Police Department for nine years and served in the US Navy during World War II. He was survived by his wife.