Police Officer Corrento G. J. Gargadennec

Police Officer Corrento G. J. Gargadennec

Oakland Police Department, California

End of Watch Saturday, September 6, 1919

Add to My Heroes

Corrento G. J. Gargadennec

Officer Corrento Gargadennec was shot and killed when he approached a suspicious man sitting in a vehicle in front of a residence. As he approached the man yelled out to stop or he'll shoot. The man then got out of the vehicle and fired at Officer Gargadennec, striking him.

Although mortally wounded he was able to return fire and strike the suspect. While on the ground two of the suspect's friends ran to teh scene from the house. Even in great pain, Officer Gargadennec took both suspects into custody and called for backup. The three suspects were later identified as a trio who had committed several high profile robberies. Officer Gargadennec succumbed to his injuries the following day.

Officer Gargadennec had been with the agency for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and son.

Bio

  • Age 50
  • Tour 15 years
  • Badge 87

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Friday, September 5, 1919
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Shot and killed

Most Recent Reflection

View all 9 Reflections

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

October 13, 2021

Want even more control of your Reflection? Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits:

  • Quick access to your heroes
  • Reflections published quicker
  • Save a Reflection signature
  • View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past

Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now.