Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Saturday, April 4, 1925
Add to My HeroesJames Shannon
Policeman James Shannon was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man near 34th and Williams Streets.
The suspect was apprehended and sentenced to life. He was paroled in 1937. A year later his parole was revoked and he was returned to prison for robbing three people in Denver.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Paroled in 1937
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOn April 4 2025 the Denver Police Museum will hold a ceremony to unveil a memorial sign on the 100th anniversary of Officer Shannon’s sacrifice. We expect to have some of his descendants present at the ceremony and to send a clear message that he is not forgotten and his service and sacrifice is still acknowledged and appreciated
Michael Hesse, President Denver Police M
Denver Police Museum
February 3, 2025
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