Richmond Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Sunday, July 3, 1904
Add to My HeroesJohn F. Shinberger
Captain John Shinberger succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained four days earlier while he and other officers attempted to apprehend a murder suspect in a house at 1308 North Second Street.
Captain Shinberger took a position in the rear of the house and was shot as the suspect attempted to flee the scene.
The subject was convicted of murder and hanged January 6th, 1905.
Captain Shinberger served with the Baltimore Light Artillery in the Civil War. He had served with the Richmond Police Department for 24 years.
Bio
- Age 63
- Tour 24 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Thursday, June 30, 1904
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Executed in 1905
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsCapt.,Shinberger,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Richmond.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
July 3, 2024
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