Patrol Officer James McNamee, Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

Patrol Officer James McNamee

Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Thursday, January 16, 1930

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James McNamee

Officer McNamee was shot and killed after stopping a vehicle containing several robbery suspects near the intersection of Stafford Avenue and Washington Street. During the stop one of the suspects shot Officer McNamee in the back. The suspects fled but were all apprehended. The 19-year-old shooter was sentenced to life in prison. In 1948 state officials recommended to the parole board that his term be reduced.

Officer McNamee was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Bristol Police Department just under 10 years. He was survived by his mother and five siblings.

Bio

Age 39
Tour 10 years
Badge 7
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Sentenced to life

felony stop

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Officer McNamee, it has been 94 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 military and 10 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

January 16, 2024