Breckenridge Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, June 11, 1949
John Leonard Shaw
Officer John Shaw was shot and killed in the line of duty. He was attempting to serve a warrant for assault to cause death when he was shot. The suspect was sentenced to life in prison on September 16, 1949.
Officer Shaw had also served as a fireman with the Ranger Fire Department before being joining the police department. He was survived by hos wife.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Shaw,
On today, the 69th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Breckinridge. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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