Officer James J. Mancusi, Jr., San Francisco Police Department, California

Officer James J. Mancusi, Jr.

San Francisco Police Department, California

End of Watch Friday, June 18, 1965

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James J. Mancusi, Jr.

Officer Mancusi was struck and killed while on his motorcycle by a 17-year-old youth who ran a stop sign.

The suspect was fleeing from the scene of a hit-and-run accident. He surrendered himself to the police the next day and told authorities he fled because he had no insurance.

The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 6 years in prison.

Officer Mancusi was survived by his wife and seven children.

Bio

Age 36
Tour Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile
Offender Sentenced to 6 years

juvenile offender, motorcycle

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My father (Ray Main)served with Officer Mancusi for a time and he was so impacted by his fellow officer and friends’ death. He always spoke of him so highly. May you Rest In Peace Sir and God Bless your family always!

Theresa Johnson
Fellow Officer’s Daughter

January 15, 2023