Benwood Police Department, West Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, January 4, 1922
Add to My HeroesJohn Dominick O'Donnell
Patrolman O'Donnell was shot and killed while investigating suspicious activity at a local pool hall that was closed. The owner who was still inside in the darkness was waiting for a burglar(s) who was breaking into his business almost every night. Both mistook each other for a burglar and and opened fire on each other. Patrolman O'Donnell was killed. The owner was not hurt.
Bio
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsPatrolman 0’Donnell,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Benwood.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
January 4, 2022
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