Arlington Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, July 1, 1901
Add to My HeroesGarrett Cody
Patrolman Garrett Cody was shot and killed with his own service revolver after responding to an assault call in which a fruit peddler had been assaulted with a knife.
When Patrolman Cody arrived at the scene the suspect gained control of his service weapon and began to flee. Patrolman Cody chased him to a property along Alewife Brook where the suspect shot him. After Patrolman Cody fell the man walked over to him and shot him several more times. Patrolman Cody was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds several hours later. The suspect was apprehended a short time after the shooting.
The suspect was declared insane and committed at the Worcester Insane Asylum.
Patrolman Cody had been with the agency for nine years and was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Committed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 20 ReflectionsPatrolman Cody, it has been 123 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 9 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
July 1, 2024
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