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Police Officer John M. McEntee, Jr. | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Police Officer

John M. McEntee, Jr.

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Saturday, February 20, 1971

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 24

Tour: 2 years, 6 months

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 2/20/1971

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Convicted of murder

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Officer McEntee was shot to death as he was sitting in his patrol car at Woodstock and Norris streets. He and other officers had responded to an unfounded radio call. Officer McEntee was a 2½-year veteran. He was survived by his wife and daughter. Two men were arrested and found guilty of murder.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 41rst 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.

Rest In Peace.

Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 20, 2012

 

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