Rapid City Police Department, South Dakota
End of Watch Saturday, November 6, 1926
Add to My HeroesJack O'Leary
Marshal O'Leary succumbed to injuries sustained three days earlier when he was struck by a vehicle in front of the city fire station.
The marshal was known by the community as "Hooky Jack" because he had lost both hands, an eye, and his hearing as a result of a mining accident 50 years earlier. He had served as the city's night watchman for 41 years.
Bio
- Age 78
- Tour 41 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Wednesday, November 3, 1926
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsDear Patrolman O'Leary,
My name is Mason. I'm the son of a PCSO lieutenant. I wish to join The RCPD when I grow up. I want you to know your sacrifice is not forgotten. You are remembered still. You're still a brother in blue. I hope your with god, sir. Just know, the RCPD pushes on in your name.
Mason Oster
Future police officer.
September 7, 2019
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