Plymouth Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, May 3, 1875
Josiah D. Baxter
Captain Baxter was shot and killed while trying to arrest a domestic abuser. The suspect was captured a short time later.
The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Captain Baxter was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsNow it's 143 years and I salute a true pioneer in Massachusetts Law Enforcement. I have a feeling you are looking down now in disgust at how things have gone in this Great Commonwealth as far as "Justice" is concerned.
How has the welcome gone for our Brother Sean Gannon? No doubt you have all bonded.
God Bless you still, Brother and may your rest STILL be peaceful.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
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