Detective Sergeant John Downs

Detective Sergeant John Downs | Niagara Falls Police Department, New York
Niagara Falls Police Department, New York
Detective Sergeant John Downs

Niagara Falls Police Department, New York

End of Watch Friday, August 3, 1923

John Downs

Detective Sergeant Downs was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a confidence man at Quay Street and Jefferson Avenue. The shooting occurred after a lengthy foot chase which began on the State Reservation. The suspect shot Detective Sergeant Downs with his own weapon after a struggle. The suspect was apprehended.

Detective Sergeant Downs was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 59
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Apprehended

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