Springfield Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, February 2, 1940
Add to My HeroesJohn P. Sullivan, Sr.
Officer John Sullivan and Officer Murphy were killed when they were struck by a train.
Officer Sullivan had served with the agency for 35 years.
Bio
- Age 66
- Tour 35 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Train accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Sullivan, today marks 82 years since your tragic death. May you forever Rest in Peace, Brother. You have not been forgotten.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
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