Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Friday, December 14, 1951
Add to My HeroesStanley J. Jerlecki
Officer Jerlecki was shot and killed around 4 a.m. while pursuing burglary suspects at a jewelry store near 20031 W. Seven Mile.
The adult suspect was shot and killed and the juvenile suspect was apprehended. One of them had previously been convicted of shooting a New York State trooper but had been released early on a legal technicality. The juvenile suspect was ultimately acquitted of murder but convicted of burglary.
Officer Jerlecki had been with the agency for four years and was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 151
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsHappy Birthday Dad. It has been 65 years since you made the ultimate sacrifice. I think about you everyday.
Stan Jerlecki Survivor
son
January 2, 2017
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