Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Tuesday, September 19, 1944
Add to My HeroesJohn Lynch
Patrolman John Lynch succumbed to injuries sustained seven years earlier while on his beat on Washington Street. Patrolman Lynch was assaulted by a man he was attempting to arrest for being drunk in public.
During the assault, Patrolman Lynch suffered severe head injuries. Shortly after the assault, he began to experience memory loss and his health continued to deteriorate until he passed away on September 19th, 1944.
Patrolman Lynch was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWI. He joined the Boston Police Department in 1920 and served until he was medically retired in 1942. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and two sons.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 22 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Thursday, October 1, 1936
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
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View all 11 ReflectionsPatrolman Lynch, it has been 79 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your military and law enforcement service.
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