Bridgeport Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Sunday, August 13, 1950
Add to My HeroesLeroy Dunn
Patrolman Leroy Dunn succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was following a speeding car when he was thrown from his motorcycle after striking a double washboard pothole in the road.
Patrolman Dunn had served with the Bridgeport Police Department for over eight years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsPatrolman Dunn, it has been 74 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 8 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
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