New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, December 13, 1946
James J. Burke
Detective James Burke was shot and killed on a robbery stakeout in a store on Webster Avenue in the Bronx.
When the two robbery suspects entered, Detective Burke burst from his hiding spot and opened fire on them. Both men returned fire, killing the detective.
The suspects were apprehended approximately two months later. Both were sentenced to death and executed on July 22, 1948.
Detective Burke served with the 48th squad.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed in 1948
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsI said a little prayer today for Detective Burke and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.
Robyn Wilkes
December 12, 2015
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