Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Monday, October 24, 1955
Add to My HeroesJames J. Purcell
Sergeant James Purcell was shot and killed with his own service revolver during a struggle at a domestic dispute at 134 West Lanvale Street.
The suspect was shot and killed by other responding officers.
Sergeant Purcell had served with the agency for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 252
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
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