Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, June 27, 1990
Add to My HeroesJames Bruce Irby
Officer James Irby was shot and killed when he stopped a car for a minor traffic violation.
As he was talking with the driver, the passenger exited the vehicle and shot Officer Irby five times with a .357 handgun.
The suspect was convicted of Officer Irby's murder and subsequently sentenced to death. He was executed on April 21, 2022.
Officer Irby had served 17 years with the Houston Police Department. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .357 caliber
- Offender Executed
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View all 123 ReflectionsA justiça foi feita !! Descanse em paz . Rest in peace
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