New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, August 11, 1926
Add to My HeroesJohn M. Singer
Detective John Singer was shot and killed by a prisoner inside police headquarters. The suspect, said to be a giant of a man, snatched Detective Singer's service revolver from him and shot him.
The suspect was apprehended less than 12 hours later after a violent struggle with several policemen, during which one policeman fractured his skull. He was charged with murder but was adjudged insane and sent to Mattewan Insane Asylum.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 18 years
- Badge 745
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Committed
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