Detective Sergeant John E. "Jack" Penn

Detective Sergeant John E.
Bloomington Police Department, Illinois
Detective Sergeant John E. "Jack" Penn

Bloomington Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Wednesday, August 12, 1931

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John 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
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Det. 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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