Milwaukee Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Sunday, March 21, 1943
Add to My HeroesJoseph A. Lecher
Officer Joseph Lecher succumbed to gunshot wounds received one month earlier while attempting to arrest a burglary suspect in the man's residence. Although severely wounded, Officer Lecher was able to return fire and kill the suspect.
Officer Lecher had been with the Milwaukee Police Department for nearly ten years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 9 years, 10 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, February 21, 1943
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Lecher,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Milwaukee.
And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I,P.
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