Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, June 6, 1943
Add to My HeroesMitchell A. Lipinski
Officer Lipinski was shot and killed while inspecting a tavern at 3024 Trumbull Ave. He encountered several men hanging out on the corner and told them to move on. One of the men produced a .45-caliber pistol and shot Officer Lipinski.
The 23-year-old suspect was apprehended, convicted of second degree murder, and sentenced to 15 to 30 years.
Officer Lipinski had served with the Detroit Police Department for 1 year and was assigned to the 2nd Precinct. He was survived by his expectant wife and daughter, his second daughter was born the day of his funeral.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .45 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to 30 years
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