Hartford Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Monday, May 25, 1964
Add to My HeroesHenry W. Jennings
Patrolman Jennings was shot and killed at a local hotel while attempting to arrest a man who shot and wounded a fellow officer earlier when that officer attempted to arrest him during a burglary. Patrolman Jennings managed to return fire severely wounding the suspect.
The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to life at the Connecticut Penitentiary on January 29, 1965. He was later transferred to the Federal Penitentiary in Marion, Illinois, where he was strangled to death by two fellow inmates in 1981. On October 22, 1983, one of his killers stabbed to death Correctional Officer Merle E. Clutts.
Patrolman Jennings was survived by two children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Murdered in prison
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View all 15 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Jennings and always know that your memory, service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
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