Patrolman James B. O'Leary, Boston Police Department, Massachusetts

Patrolman James B. O'Leary

Boston Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Friday, August 2, 1963

James B. O'Leary

Patrolman James O'Leary was shot and killed while chasing several suspects who had just robbed a liquor store. He had been assigned to a detail to observe the suspects when the incident occurred.

Two suspects, ages 29 and 31, were arrested and convicted of first degree murder. One was sentenced to death and the other to life. The death sentence was later commuted to life.

Patrolman O'Leary had served with the agency for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 16 years
Badge 1618

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

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Think of you often but especially on August 2, the anniversary date of your EOW. I am sure you were looking down from heaven, with Auntie Kay, with great pride as your granddaughter was married in a beautiful ceremony in which you both were lovingly remembered. Your son, a fine man, did all the O'Learys proud ☘
Love, Lorena

Lorena O'Leary Greeley
Niece

August 2, 2016