Patrolman John J. O'Brien, New York Metropolitan Police Force, New York

Patrolman John J. O'Brien

New York Metropolitan Police Force, New York

End of Watch Thursday, August 25, 1864

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John J. O'Brien

Patrolman John O'Brien was shot and killed when he attempted to arrest a wanted fugitive. Patrolman O'Brien spotted the suspect as he walked his beat. Patrolman O'Brien pursued the suspect into a liquor store at the corner of 41st Street and 8th Avenue and attempted to arrest him. The suspect drew a pistol and shot Patrolman O'Brien in the head. Although wounded, Patrolman O'Brien pursued the suspect to 40th street, where he collapsed from loss of blood. Patrolman O'Brien was removed to the hospital where he died four days later from his wounds.

The suspect was apprehended 14 years later and charged with murder.

Patrolman O'Brien was assigned to the 17th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and two children and is buried in Brooklyn, New York.

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Age 29
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Sunday, August 21, 1864
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Charged with murder

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Patrolman O’Brien,
On today, the 160th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 25, 2024