Bridgeport Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Sunday, August 13, 1950
Add to My HeroesLeroy Dunn
Patrolman Leroy Dunn succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was following a speeding car when he was thrown from his motorcycle after striking a double washboard pothole in the road.
Patrolman Dunn had served with the Bridgeport Police Department for over eight years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPatrolman Dunn,
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 Bridgeport. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy..
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