Hammond Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Thursday, June 1, 1961
Add to My HeroesFrank H. Dunn, Jr.
Patrolman Frank Dunn was shot and killed in an ambush situation while walking his downtown beat.
When checking on a business, a man rounded the corner and for no apparent reason shot Patrolman Dunn four times in the chest. A massive manhunt led into Chicago where the suspect was apprehended after a sharp-eyed hotel clerk recognized a roomer who had been living at a Hammond hotel until the day Patrolman Dunn was shot.
On September 25, 1962, he was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. The Indiana Supreme Court granted the suspect a new trial in 1968. On July 13, 1968, he was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 2 to 21 years, making him eligible for parole in April of 1970.
Patrolman Dunn had served with the Hammond Police Department for over 9½ years. He served with the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 9 years, 9 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsPatrolman Dunn,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hammond. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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