Sergeant Allan O. Linsday

Sergeant Allan O. Linsday | Detroit Police Department, Michigan
Detroit Police Department, Michigan
Sergeant Allan O. Linsday

Detroit Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Thursday, May 3, 1923

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Allan O. Linsday

Sergeant Linsday was shot and killed at 5:40 p.m. while questioning a suspect on Hastings Street, between Clinton Street and Macomb Street. He was transported to Receiving Hospital where he died the following morning.

Sergeant Linsday had served with the Detroit Police Department for 10 years and was survived by his wife and parents.

Bio

  • Age 36
  • Tour 10 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Wednesday, May 2, 1923
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Not available

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Sgt. Linsday,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit.

R.I.P.
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May 3, 2023

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