San Diego Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, January 31, 1988
Add to My HeroesJerry L. Hartless
Patrolman Jerry Hartless succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained three weeks earlier during a foot pursuit in the area of Ozark Street and Ocean View Boulevard.
He and another officer were on patrol when Patrolman Hartless noticed a wanted gang member standing on a corner. The suspect fled on foot when Patrolman Hartless approached him.
As Patrolman Hartless caught up to the suspect the man produced a 9 mm handgun and opened fire, striking him in the forehead.
Patrolman Hartless was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and had served with the San Diego Police Department for nine months. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 9 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Saturday, January 9, 1988
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Case never solved
Most Recent Reflection
View all 51 ReflectionsRIP Jerry. I was two years old when you passed, but growing up I knew of you from words from my parents. The reason for this is that your grave marker is a couple spots over from my Uncle up at Ft Rosecrans. Whenever I go to visit my uncle, I always make a stop by your grave. RIP and thank you for your bravery. Next time im in San Diego i’ll be sure to stop through and pay you another visit.
Raphael Brice
Former San Diego Resident
September 20, 2020
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