St. Joseph Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, October 22, 1923
Add to My HeroesJohn F. Less
Officer John Less was shot and killed by an ex-convict he was attempting to arrest. The man was wanted for escaping from officers the previous day while he was being arrested for drunk and disorderly conduct.
The suspect was arrested, convicted of murder, and sentenced to life on May 27, 1924.
Officer Less had been with the agency for one year.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 88th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Your sacrifice was made so many years ago. Evil was, is, and will be a part of life just as goodness such as yours will also be present.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater. Pittsburg Police Dept., eow 4/24
October 22, 2011
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