P.O. Edward Lynn #132

P.O. Edward Lynn #132
Name:  Lynn, Edward J.
Star: 132
Rank: Patrolman
District / Unit: 011 District (Fillmore / Harrison)
End of Watch: 30-Nov-1938
Incident Details:

While on patrol, Officer Edward Lynn responded to a disturbance in a tavern. Upon his arrival, Officer Lynn was informed that a patron was carrying a concealed revolver. As Officer Lynn approached, the patron abruptly pulled out a revolver and began firing. It was later learned that the patron was an escaped convict. The courageous officer suffered fatal gunshot wounds during the encounter.