Officer John Daniel Kennedy, Delray Beach Police Department, Florida

Officer John Daniel Kennedy

Delray Beach Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, August 10, 1974

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John Daniel Kennedy

Officer John Kennedy was shot and killed when he was ambushed as he sat in his patrol car.

He was writing a report while parked a gas station at the intersection of W. Atlantic Avenue and NW Eight Avenue shortly before 1:20 am. His body was located after he failed to respond to radio transmissions.

One of the suspects was arrested and convicted of second degree murder. He died in prison on February 24th, 2016.

Officer Kennedy had served with the Delray Beach Police Department for nine years. He was survived by his expectant wife, five children, parents, and sister.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 9 years
Badge 219

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Died in prison

ambush

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Officer Kennedy,
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 Delray Beach. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 10, 2024