Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Saturday, April 4, 1925
Add to My HeroesJames Shannon
Policeman James Shannon was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man near 34th and Williams Streets.
The suspect was apprehended and sentenced to life. He was paroled in 1937. A year later his parole was revoked and he was returned to prison for robbing three people in Denver.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Paroled in 1937
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Shannon,
On today. The 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Denver.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 4, 2025
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