Patrolman George T. Gillespie
New York Municipal Police Force
New York
End of Watch: Thursday, July 10, 1851

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Assault
Date of Incident: Thursday, July 10, 1851
Weapon Used: Blunt object
Suspect Info: Executed on February 11, 1853

Patrolman Gillespie was beaten to death in front of 72 Oliver Street in Manhattan by a suspect. Patrolman Gillespie was attempting to restore order to a group of intoxicated sailors when the suspect attacked him with an iron cart rung.

The suspect was arrested and convicted of murder. He was executed by hanging on February 11, 1853.