Bloomington Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Wednesday, August 12, 1931
Add to My HeroesJohn E. "Jack" Penn
Detective Sergeant John Penn succumbed to injuries suffered the previous day when he was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street at 11:45 pm. The collision caused him to strike his head on the windshield post and suffered a skull fracture.
Detective Sergeant Penn had served with the Bloomington Police Department for 30 years. He was survived by his wife and eight children.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour 30 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Tuesday, August 11, 1931
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsDet. Sgt. Penn,
On today, the 90th anniversary of of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bloomington.
R.I.P.
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