Patrolman John Flynn, Duquesne City Police Department, Pennsylvania

Patrolman John Flynn

Duquesne City Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Thursday, October 7, 1915

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John Flynn

Patrolman Flynn was shot and killed while checking businesses on Grant Avenue. While walking his beat in the business district he located an open door and entered the business to investigate. He was mistaken for a burglar by the proprietor and was shot and killed.

Patrolman Flynn had served with the Duquesne Police Department for six years and was survived by his wife and two children

Bio

Age 45
Tour 6 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

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Patrolman Flynn,
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 Duquesne City.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 7, 2025