Patrolman Edward F. Lee, Milton Police Department, Massachusetts

Patrolman Edward F. Lee

Milton Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Thursday, May 16, 1940

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Edward F. Lee

Patrolman Edward Lee was shot in the abdomen and killed by one of two suspects he and his partner had taken into custody for driving a stolen motor vehicle. The shooting happened on Central Avenue in Milton as the patrolmen were escorting the suspects into the police station.

The suspect who shot Patrolman Lee was apprehended and sentenced to death. He was executed in 1941.

Patrolman Lee had served with the agency for 20 years. He was survived by his wife and parents.

Bio

Age 57
Tour 20 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Not available
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Executed

prisoner custody, stolen vehicle

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Patrolman Lee, it has been 84 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 20 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

May 21, 2024