Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, May 20, 1960
Add to My HeroesJames E. Meeks, Jr.
Officer Meeks was shot and killed while responding to a robbery in progress at the Hi-Lo Super Market at 3027 Bagley Avenue. He and his partner were pulling into their precinct when they were dispatched to the call.
When the officers arrived at the scene Officer Meeks exited the car and was immediately confronted by the armed suspect. Officer Meeks was able to shoot the suspect several times, but was fatally shot in the chest. The suspect was then shot and killed by the other officer as he reached for his weapon.
Officer Meeks was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was assigned to the Youth Bureau. He had been with the department for 9 years and was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 1434
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsI remember it like yesterday. Made the scene. Was a very somber off-duty roll call later that evening.
Sgt. Raymond A. Downing
Detroit Police Department
December 1, 2023
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