Patrolman Clarence Lee Meenach, Russell Police Department, Kentucky

Patrolman Clarence Lee Meenach

Russell Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Thursday, May 11, 1950

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Clarence Lee Meenach

Patrolman Clarence Meenach was shot and killed with his own service weapon while processing a prisoner.

The prisoner, under the influence of drugs and alcohol, grabbed Patrolman Meenach's revolver and shot him in the head. The men then shot the police chief in the chest, but the bullet struck the chief's badge and did not produce a fatal wound.

The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to six years in prison on June 24th, 1950.

Patrolman Meenach was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 58
Tour 5 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Sentenced to 6 years

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Patrolman Meenach,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Russell. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 11, 2025