Policeman Owen D. Yancey, Los Angeles Police Department, California

Policeman Owen D. Yancey

Los Angeles Police Department, California

End of Watch Sunday, October 20, 1935

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Owen D. Yancey

Policeman Owen Yancey was shot and killed by a woman who mistook him for a prowler near 3507 Victoria Avenue.

Policeman Yancey had responded to a disturbance call near the home and was searching the area when the occupant fired two rounds through a wall, striking Policeman Yancey.

Policeman Yancey is survived by his wife and two sons.

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Age Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Officer Yancey,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 20, 2025