Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota
End of Watch Tuesday, September 20, 1938
Add to My HeroesJames H. Trepanier
Patrolman Trepanier succumbed to gunshot wounds received ten years earlier when he and his partner attempted to arrest several men in a club on Sixth Avenue North. When his partner left the room to call for a wagon one of the men opened fire, causing Officer Trepanier to become paralyzed. Patrolman Trepanier remained paralyzed until his death. No charges were ever filed in connection with his shooting.
At the time of the shooting Patrolman Trepanier had been with the agency for five years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, February 3, 1928
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender No charges filed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Trepanier,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Minneapolis.
R.I.P.
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