Constable John B. DeCarli, Ellington Police Department, Connecticut

Constable John B. DeCarli

Ellington Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Sunday, September 1, 1935

John B. DeCarli

Constable DeCarli succumbed to gunshot wounds received the previous night when he was shot by a thief. A farmer had complained that several milk cans had been stolen from his barn over a period of several days. Constable DeCarli and the farmer staked out the barn and at approximately 2200 hours observed a man stealing a milk can. When the two announced themselves the suspect opened fire, striking Constable DeCarli in the leg and abdomen. Constable DeCarli was taken to Rockville General Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds the following day.
The suspect fled and was arrested a long manhunt. He was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to life in prison where he died of cancer in 1971.
Constable DeCarli was an Italian immigrant and also served as Captain of the Fire Station.

Bio

Age 50
Tour 20 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, August 31, 1935
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Died in prison

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 78th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 28, 2013