Malden Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Tuesday, December 22, 1868
Add to My HeroesDavid S. Faulkner
Officer Faulkner was shot and killed when he and his partner went to question two suspicious men who they had observed. One of the men suddenly produced a handgun and shot Officer Faulkner. Officer Faulkner's partner chased the men but was unable to catch them.
Officer Faulkner was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Faulkner, it has been 156 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Malden.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
December 22, 2024
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