Trooper Jesse Roger Jenkins, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri

Trooper Jesse Roger Jenkins

Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri

End of Watch Tuesday, October 14, 1969

Jesse Roger Jenkins

Trooper Jesse Jenkins was shot and killed inside the Montgomery County Sheriff's office by a prisoner.

The suspect had just appeared before a judge for arraignment on burglary charges. He was transported back to the Montgomery County Sheriff's office. When one deputy answered a phone call, the suspect grabbed his .32 caliber service revolver and attempted to escape. Trooper Jenkins drew his service revolver and the two men exchanged shots, inflicting fatal chest wounds on each other.
Trooper Jenkins is survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

Age 29
Tour Not available
Badge 474

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Shot and killed by Trp. Jenkins

Most Recent Reflection

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As a recruit in the Missouri State Highway Patrol academy, as well as your distant relative, you're still not forgotten. Trooper Jenkins, your name is still being talked about each and every recruit class that comes through this academy. You will never be forgotten, thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. It's an honor to follow in your footsteps and embark on this journey with the MSHP.

Recruit Jenkins
Missouri State Highway Patrol

March 14, 2016