Hot Springs Police Department, Arkansas
End of Watch Thursday, December 25, 1902
Add to My HeroesJohn "Jack" Donahue
Chief of Detectives John Donahue was shot and killed by a man he attempted to arrest for assaulting a woman with an axe.
As Detective Donahue approached the man on a local street, the man drew a revolver and shot Detective Donahue in the head, killing him instantly.
The man was arrested and convicted of murder. While in his cell, he committed suicide.
Chief Donahue had served with the Hot Springs Police Department for at least three years.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsChief Det. Donahue,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hot Springs.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 25, 2022
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