Patrolman John H. House

Photo of Patrolman John H. House
End of Watch: Fri, Jul 28th, 1922
Date of Incident: Thu, Jul 27th, 1922
Cause of Death: Gunfire (Accidental)
Service Time: 3 years
Age: 54

Incident

Patrolman House was accidentally shot and killed by another officer after responding to a domestic disturbance call for the second time in one night. The other officer on the scene had fired a warning shot through the floor, striking Patrolman House in the leg. Patrolman House did not receive prompt medical attention, causing the wound to become fatal.

Information obtained from the Officer Down Memorial Page.

Agency

Saint Joseph Police Department Patch
501 Faraon Street
Saint Joseph, Missouri 64501
(816) 271-4702

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