Patrolman Jacob Reupp, Trenton Police Department, New Jersey

Patrolman Jacob Reupp

Trenton Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Monday, June 14, 1875

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Jacob Reupp

Patrolman Reupp succumbed to injuries received nine days earlier when he was shot while arresting a man for drunk and disordely conduct. During the arrest he was shot once in the abdomen. After walking the suspect to jail Patrolman Reupp was sent home and was taken care of by a physician until his death. He was the first Trenton police officer to be killed in the line of duty.

The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 2 years.

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Age 36
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, June 5, 1875
Weapon Handgun
Offender Sentenced to 2 years

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Patrolman Reupp,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Trenton.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 14, 2025