Detective Sergeant John Downs, Niagara Falls Police Department, New York

Detective Sergeant John Downs

Niagara Falls Police Department, New York

End of Watch Friday, August 3, 1923

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John Downs

Detective Sergeant Downs was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a confidence man at Quay Street and Jefferson Avenue (now John B. Daly Blvd and Rainbow Blvd.)

The shooting occurred after a lengthy foot chase that began on the State Reservation. The suspect shot Detective Sergeant Downs with his own weapon after a struggle.

The suspect was apprehended and convicted.

Detective Sergeant Downs had served with the Niagara Falls Police Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 59
Tour 16 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Convicted

arrest attempt, foot pursuit

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Det. Sgt. Downs,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Niagara Falls.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

August 3, 2023