Patrolman John Cummings, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

Patrolman John Cummings

St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

End of Watch Friday, September 10, 1875

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John Cummings

Patrolman Cummings succumbed to injuries received the previous day when he was beaten by two men he was attempting to arrest. He had responded to a bar at Morgan and Jefferson Street over a dispute of a bar tab. When he entered the two men began to beat him with a club and kick him. After the assault he was taken to his home where his condition deteriorated, causing his death the next day. The two suspects were apprehended and held for trial.

One of the suspects was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years.

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Age 38
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Thursday, September 9, 1875
Weapon Person
Offender sentenced to 10 years

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Patrolman Cummings,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of St. Louis.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 10, 2025