Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Sunday, May 4, 1913
Add to My HeroesAndrew Lynch
Patrolman Lynch was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest two suspects wanted for Killing Patrolman Homer Riggle three months earlier. Patrolman Lynch was in a pharmacy at 9th Street and Bellefontaine Avenue when he recognized the suspects. The suspect fled and Patrolman Lynch gave chase. A running gun battle ensued and Patrolman Lynch was shot five times. Sergeant Dennis Whalen caught up with the suspects and arrested them. Patrolman Lynch died five days later from his wounds.
11 years later Sergeant Whalen spotted additional suspects wanted in the murders of Patrolman Riggle and Patrolman Lynch. He was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest those suspects.
Patrolman Lynch had been with the agency for six years.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Wednesday, April 30, 1913
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
Related LODD Deaths
Patrolman Homer Riggle
Kansas City Police Department, MO
EOW: February 28, 1913
Sergeant Dennis J. Whalen
Kansas City Police Department, MO
EOW: January 1, 1924
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 97th 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 who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 4, 2010
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