Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Saturday, February 17, 1877
Age: 33
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: 840
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: February 17, 1877
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to 7 years
Policeman McGonigle was shot and killed at the intersection of Frankford Avenue and Norris Street while attempting to arrest a former policeman. The suspect was convicted and sentenced to 7 years in prison.
Policeman McGonigle had served with the agency for 2 years. He was survived by his wife.