Officer John McNerney, Norfolk Police Department, Virginia

Officer John McNerney

Norfolk Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch Thursday, September 22, 1904

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John McNerney

Officer John McNerney was shot and killed by a suspect during a search of a store at the northeast corner of Bute Street and Cumberland Street (intersection no longer exists) in an area that had seen a rash of burglaries.

He had attempted to return fire but his service weapon misfired twice.

Officer McNerney had served with the Norfolk Police Department for 13 years.

Bio

Age 42
Tour 13 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

burglary

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Officer McNerney,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Norfolk.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 22, 2024