Richmond Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, November 14, 1952
Add to My HeroesJohn Henry Posenau
Patrolman John Posenau suffered a fatal heart attack following a struggle with a suspect in the old First Precinct Station near the intersection of Broad Street and Belvidere Street.
The suspect was apprehended and put in a patrol wagon when Patrolman Posenau suffered a heart attack.
Patrolman Posenau was a United States WWII veteran and had served with the Richmond Police Department for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsThe older I get the more I think about you dad.
John H Posenau
Son
January 17, 2023
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