Patrolman Jerry L. Hartless
San Diego Police Department
California
End of Watch: Sunday, January 31, 1988

Biographical Info
Age: 24
Tour of Duty: 9 months
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, January 9, 1988
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Case never solved

Patrolman Hartless succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained three weeks earlier during a foot pursuit. He and another officer were on patrol when Patrolman Hartless noticed a wanted gang member standing on a corner. The suspect fled on foot when Patrolman Hartless approached him.

As Patrolman Hartless caught up to the suspect the man produced a 9 mm handgun and opened fire, striking him in the forehead.

Patrolman Hartless had served with the agency for 9 months. He is survived by his wife.