Revere Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, November 19, 1928
Add to My HeroesJohn Joseph Shanahan
Sergeant John Shanahan was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at the scene of an accident on the North Shore Road near the Lynn-Revere line.
He was taken to a hospital in Lynn where he died from his injuries the following day. The driver who struck him was convicted of manslaughter.
Sergeant Shanahan had served with the Revere Police Department for 25 years.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Sunday, November 18, 1928
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsSgt. Shanahan,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Revere.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
November 19, 2018
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