Arkansas City Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, November 27, 1906
Add to My HeroesJohn J. Breene
Constable Breene was shot and killed in his own home after surprising a burglar. The burglar was known to Constable Breene and had previously been arrested by the constable. As Constable Breene chased the man he was shot and killed. The suspect was apprehended a few days later.
Constable Breene was a U.S. Army Veteran who fought in Indian Wars in 1874. He was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Constable Breene. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
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