Patrol Officer James McNamee, Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

Patrol Officer James McNamee

Bristol Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Thursday, January 16, 1930

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James McNamee

Officer McNamee was shot and killed after stopping a vehicle containing several robbery suspects near the intersection of Stafford Avenue and Washington Street. During the stop one of the suspects shot Officer McNamee in the back. The suspects fled but were all apprehended. The 19-year-old shooter was sentenced to life in prison. In 1948 state officials recommended to the parole board that his term be reduced.

Officer McNamee was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Bristol Police Department just under 10 years. He was survived by his mother and five siblings.

Bio

Age 39
Tour 10 years
Badge 7
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Sentenced to life

felony stop

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Officer McNamee, WE share a name. WE share a dedication to Our Country. Serving our Nation in the Military. And WE share a Life protecting our local community, family, friends and neighbors.
You are always, in my thoughts..

Detective James J McNamee, Jr., retired
Cleveland Division of Police, Cleveland, Ohio

February 18, 2025