Louisville Police Department, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, May 16, 1977
Add to My HeroesGwendolyn Ann Downs
Patrolman Gwen Downs was shot and killed after she and her partner responded to a call at a parking lot of a fast food restaurant at 700 West Broadway.
After the officers had waited several minutes and were unable to find anyone who had called the police, Patrolman Down's estranged husband pulled into the lot. As she approached him he pulled out a gun and shot her before committing suicide.
Patrolman Downs is survived by her two daughters.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsRest in peace...my grandsons service dog was named after you. You were a strong women. I am grateful she was named after you...she will be strong and she will have you as her guardian angel. ❤
Lorri Grein
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