New Bedford Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, September 14, 1955
Add to My HeroesJames G. England
Officer James England was shot and killed with his own service weapon while struggling with a mentally disturbed suspect as he investigated a domestic call in a home.
The suspect, 32, was committed at Bridgewater State Mental Hospital for life
Officer England had served with the agency for eight years.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Committed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsOfficer England, it has been 69 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 8 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of New Bedford.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
September 14, 2024
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