Patrol Officer James W. Burns, Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

Patrol Officer James W. Burns

Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Thursday, May 29, 1941

James W. Burns

Officer Burns was shot and killed by his brother-in-law at a home on Union Street when he responded to a domestic disturbance. His partner was also shot and wounded. After a shootout with other officers on the scene the suspect was arrested.

Officer Burns was survived by his wife, two daughters, mother and eight siblings.

Bio

Age 47
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
Offender Apprehended

Most Recent Reflection

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Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

May 29, 2015