Sergeant James J. Wencewicz, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

Sergeant James J. Wencewicz

St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri

End of Watch Monday, July 17, 1978

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James J. Wencewicz

Sergeant James Wencewicz suffered a fatal heart attack following a high-speed pursuit and a struggle with a juvenile suspect in front of the Hampton Avenue Police Station.

The subject had led officers on a high-speed pursuit that ended in front of the station where Sergeant Wencewicz had set up a roadblock.

Sergeant Wencewicz had served with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department for over 14 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 14 years, 9 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack

juvenile offender, struggle, vehicle pursuit

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I miss you so much, Jim.
I wish that I had gotten to know you much better as we grew older but that was not to be.
Remembering you on this anniversary of your passing….I know you were a good & caring individual, a sweet brother, a devoted husband to Judy and father to your 3 daughters, and a dedicated police sergeant…a job you truly adored!! Also a wonderful friend to many!!
Please say Hello for me in heaven to mom, dad,
Connie, and Joe & Al. Continue to watch over me is my simple request.
Again, miss you big time!! RIP

Diana Wencewicz
Your Loving Sister

July 17, 2025