St. Joseph Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Saturday, March 18, 1944
Add to My HeroesAlva N. Mead
Patrolman Mead was shot and killed by a juvenile while attempting to arrest him for burglary.
The boy had stolen $12 and two guns from a tavern at about 2:30 am. As two officers approached him in an alley the boy ran from them. Patrolman Mead, who was in a patrol car, intercepted the boy near the Electric Theater at Seventh Street and Edmont Street. The two exchanged gunshots and Patrolman Mead was fatally wounded, however, he was able to wound the boy.
On November 15th, 1944, the 16-year-old boy was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to eight years in prison.
Patrolman Mead had served with the St. Joseph Policee Department for only 17 days. He was survived by his wife and two young daughters.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 3 weeks
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 8 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 68th 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
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
March 18, 2012
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