Montgomery Borough Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Tuesday, December 13, 1938
Henry E. Hand
Chief of Police Henry Hand was shot and killed in an unprovoked attack while walking on Houston Avenue at approximately 10:30 am.
The suspect, who held a grudge against police officers, walked up to Chief Hand and opened fire on him without warning.
The suspect was arrested and confessed to shooting Chief Hand.
Chief Hand had served with the Montgomery Borough Police Department for three years and had previously served with the Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace and Olav Hashalom Chief Hand. Your bravery and decency shall always be fondly saluted.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 13, 2018
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