Patrolman David T. Hancock

Patrolman David T. Hancock | Montgomery Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
Montgomery Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
Patrolman David T. Hancock

Montgomery Township Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Saturday, December 11, 1976

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David T. Hancock

Patrolman Hancock was shot and killed after arresting a burglary suspect at a mall which was due to open for business the following month. Patrolman Hancock was attempting to raise the prisoner screen in his patrol car when the suspect grabbed his gun and shot him in the head. The suspect was arrested and sentenced to life in prison.

Patrolman Hancock had been with the agency for 21 years.

Bio

  • Age 41
  • Tour 21 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to life
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Dave Hancock you were a true gentleman still after all these years I remember you .your visit to England with your wife Mary daughter Linda and son David everywhere you went you took me too I will never forget you my friend may you rest in peace forever

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