Patrolman Steve A. Jenkins, Augusta Police Department, Kansas

Patrolman Steve A. Jenkins

Augusta Police Department, Kansas

End of Watch Thursday, April 24, 1924

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Steve A. Jenkins

Patrolman Jenkins succumbed to gunshot wounds received one week earlier when he interrupted a burglary at a local filling station. When he ordered the suspect to come out of the building the man opened fire, striking Patrolman Jenkins. Patrolman Jenkins was able to return fire and kill the suspect.

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Age 43
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Friday, April 18, 1924
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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Patrolman Jenkins,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Augusta.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 24, 2024