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Policeman Russell A. Leidy | Los Angeles Police Department, California
Los Angeles Police Department, California

Policeman

Russell A. Leidy

Los Angeles Police Department, California

End of Watch: Tuesday, July 24, 1934

Biographical Info

Age: 32
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: July 24, 1934
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Paroled in 1952

Policeman Leidy was shot and killed by one of two robbers as he went to the aid of their victim. As the 20 year old gunman fled the scene he shouted, "I'm the new Dillinger". Minutes later both suspects were captured and charged with Policeman Leidy's murder.

The gunman was convicted of first degree murder on August 25, 1934, and sentenced to life. He was paroled on September 8, 1952. His accomplice was acquitted of murder but convicted of two counts of armed robbery.