Officer Thomas J. Giunta, Fall River Police Department, Massachusetts

Officer Thomas J. Giunta

Fall River Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Wednesday, August 24, 1994

Thomas J. Giunta

Officer Thomas Giunta was shot and killed as he was distributing parking permits for a community function.

When he knocked on the door of the suspect's house, the suspect answered and a struggle ensued. The suspect wrestled Patrolman Giunta's weapon away from him and then shot him three times. He was subdued moments later by other officers on the scene. A citizen kept Patrolman Giunta alive long enough to get to the hospital by giving him CPR. Patrolman Giunta later died at the hospital.

The suspect was found competent to stand trial and was ultimately found guilty of first degree murder by extreme atrocity. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole on May 29th, 1998.

Patrolman Giunta was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran of the Vietnam War and had served with the Fall River Police Department for 21 years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.

Bio

Age 49
Tour 21 years
Badge 20
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

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August 24th is upon us, a very sad day. I remember it clearly. I couldn't believe my friend was gone. We had just talked at the park, hugged and parted ways. In the blink of an eye you were murdered. I'm grateful for memories. You are never forgotten, you are missed. Hope you liked the flowers I placed st your grave on Memorial Day. R.I.P. my friend.

Geri Banville
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August 21, 2018