St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, July 17, 1978
Add to My HeroesJames J. Wencewicz
Sergeant James Wencewicz suffered a fatal heart attack following a high-speed pursuit and a struggle with a juvenile suspect in front of the Hampton Avenue Police Station.
The subject had led officers on a high-speed pursuit that ended in front of the station where Sergeant Wencewicz had set up a roadblock.
Sergeant Wencewicz had served with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department for over 14 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 14 years, 9 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
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