Officer James Banahan

Officer James Banahan | Lexington Police Department, Kentucky
Lexington Police Department, Kentucky
Officer James Banahan

Lexington Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Saturday, February 23, 1935

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James Banahan

Officer Banahan was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while directing traffic on the Jefferson Street Viaduct. The driver of the car was arrested a short time later.

Officer Banahan had served with the agency for 17 years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 63
  • Tour 17 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available
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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 77th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 23, 2012

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