Russell E. Greeley | |
Rank: Patrolman | |
End of Watch: November 20, 1932 | |
Tour of Duty 2 years | |
Assignment: Precinct 8 | |
Age: 30 | |
Shield Number 679 | |
Patrolman Greeley was shot and killed while investigating an accident at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Fillmore Avenue. He was speaking with the driver of a vehicle that had struck a concrete streetcar platform when the man suddenly produced a pistol and shot him. Another officer at the scene returned fire, killing the suspect. Patrolman Greeley had served with the agency for 2 years and was assigned to Precinct 8. He was survived by his wife and 8-year-old son. Suspect Info: Shot and killed |