Oklahoma City Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Sunday, March 23, 1930
Add to My HeroesJohn D. "Jack" Gates
Officer Jack Gates was shot and killed while attempting to stop a robbery of a grocery store at 1412 North Robinson.
The two suspects were captured several days later and sentenced to life in prison. One, age 28, at the time of his arrest, died in prison on October 26, 1949.
Officer Gates had only served with the Oklahoma City Police Department for three weeks. His brother, Officer Douglas Gates, was shot and killed in the line of duty on December 3rd, 1933, while also serving with the Oklahoma City Police Department.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 3 weeks
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, March 22, 1930
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Gates,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Oklahoma City.
R.I.P.
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