Detective James R. Fine, Racine Police Department, Wisconsin

Detective James R. Fine

Racine Police Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Friday, January 11, 1974

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James R. Fine

Detective James Fine was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call.

The suspect had told the other subjects involved that he would shoot any policeman who came to the home. When Detective Fine arrived the suspect shot a .30-.06 rifle through two doors and struck Detective Fine, killing him. The man then committed suicide.

Detective Fine had served with the Racine Police Department for nine years.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 9 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle; .30-.06
Offender Committed suicide

domestic

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Det. Fine,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Racine. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 11, 2024