Huntsville Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch: Friday, May 26, 1916
Age: 31
Tour of Duty: 3 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: May 26, 1916
Weapon Used: Handgun
Suspect Info: Pardoned in 1932
Officer Frank McKissack was shot and killed as he and another officer attempted to stop two boys attempting to hop on an outbound train near the Huntsville Depot at 2:20 a.m.
One of the suspects opened fire on the officers, striking Officer McKissack in the chest. Despite being mortally wounded, Officer McKissack was able to open fire and wounded the shooter. The 17-year-old was taken into custody by Officer McKissack's partner.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life. He was pardoned by Governor B. M. Miller on October 22, 1932.
Officer McKissack was survived by his wife and 7-month-old daughter.