Patrolman Joseph McMurray, Brookline Police Department, Massachusetts

Patrolman Joseph McMurray

Brookline Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Monday, October 17, 1904

Joseph McMurray

Patrolman Joseph McMurray was shot and killed after responding to a house where an intoxicated man had just shot and killed his wife. When Patrolman McMurray arrived the doors and windows were boarded up. Patrolman McMurray broke a panel from the front door and attempted to enter the house, but was shot and killed by the suspect before he could. Other officers arrived and arrested the suspect.

Patrolman McMurray had rescued the suspect from drowning three years earlier. The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to life in prison on April 12, 1905.

Patrolman McMurray had served with the agency for 11 years.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 11 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

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On October 17, 1904, Brookline Patrolman Joseph McMurray was killed in the line of duty.

As you go about your day, please remember the sacrifice Patrolman McMurray made 111 years ago today and remain vigilant.

Brookline Police First Platoon
Brookline MA

October 17, 2015