Police Officer John Edward Brunner, Greenburgh Police Department, New York

Police Officer John Edward Brunner

Greenburgh Police Department, New York

End of Watch Saturday, August 19, 1950

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John Edward Brunner

Officer John Brunner was killed after being stung by a swarm of bees while checking the house of a vacationing resident.

Officer Brunner was able to obtain medical attention after the incident but died later in the day as a result of being stung so many times.

Officer Brunner had served with the Greenburgh Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.

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Age 38
Tour 10 years
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Cause Animal related

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Officer Brunner,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Greenburgh. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 19, 2025