Detective Thomas E. Hill

Detective Thomas E. Hill | New York City Police Department, New York
New York City Police Department, New York
Detective Thomas E. Hill

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Monday, July 28, 1930

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Thomas E. Hill

Detective Hill was shot and killed by six men who had just committed robbery.

Detective Hill was assigned to a bridge to stop suspicious cars when a car carrying six men sped onto the bridge and opened fire at the officers. Detective Shill was stuck by gunfire and killed. Four suspects were arrested and two escaped. Detective Hill's slayer was identified and charged with murder.

Detective Hill was assigned to the 48th Precinct Detective Squad.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Four arrested; two escaped
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