Brooklyn Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, September 1, 1890
John J. Clancy
Patrolman Clancy died of injuries he sustained when he was assaulted by a man he had previously arrested.
Patrolman Clancy was on the corner of 3rd Avenue and Carroll Street speaking with the local butcher when a male walked up behind Patrolman Clancy and struck him in the head with a baseball bat. Patrolman Clancy was taken to Seney Hospital where he died one month later from his wounds, which included a fractured skull.
The suspect was arrested and charged with murder. He was convicted after a trial and sentenced to life in prison.
Patrolman Clancy had served with the Brooklyn Police Department for 3 1/2 years and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Saturday, August 2, 1890
- Weapon Blunt object; Bat
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsI said a little prayer today for Patrolman Clancy and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.
Robyn Wilkes
September 1, 2009
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