Inspector James B. De Shazo, Massachusetts District Police, Massachusetts

Inspector James B. De Shazo

Massachusetts District Police, Massachusetts

End of Watch Monday, May 17, 1915

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James B. De Shazo

Inspector James De Shazo succumbed to injuries sustained on November 13th, 1914, when he was assaulted inside the Massachusetts District Police office at 476 Main Street in Worcester.

A man had come into the office for an examination for a fireman's license. An argument ensued between the man and Inspector De Shazo during which the man violently assaulted him. The assault left Inspector De Shazo bedridden and he died from complications of the injuries he received on May 17th, 1915.

Inspector De Shazo had served with the Massachusetts District Police for 14 years. He was survived by his wife.

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Age 56
Tour 14 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Friday, November 13, 1914
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

disorderly

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Inspector De Shazo,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Massachusetts.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 17, 2025