Police Officer Frank A. Sankey, Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Police Officer Frank A. Sankey

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Friday, September 18, 1914

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Frank A. Sankey

Police Officer Frank Sankey was shot and killed near the corner of 56th Street and Vine Street by a man he ordered to leave the area who was causing a disturbance. The suspect drew a revolver, and shot Policeman Sankey in the stomach. The suspect fled to his rooftop where he was apprehended.

On January 6, 1915, the suspect, 38, was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 20 years in prison. He died in prison on May 5, 1919.

Officer Sankey served with the Philadelphia Police Department for less than four years.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 3 years, 8 months
Badge 2945

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Died in prison

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Officer Sankey,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Philadelphia.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 18, 2024