Memphis Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch: Wednesday, December 22, 1920
Age: 23
Tour of Duty: 3 months
Badge Number: 85
Cause of Death: Automobile crash
Date of Incident: December 14, 1920
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Apprehended
Patrolman James McNeill succumbed to injuries sustained on December 14, 1920, when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Seventh Street and Looney Street Avenue.
He was attempting to stop another car when the crash occurred. The driver of the other vehicle was charged with reckless driving.
Patrolman McNeill remained at the hospital until succumbing to head injuries on December 22, 1920.
Patrolman McNeill had served with the Memphis Police Department for only three months. He was survived by his mother and siblings.