New Britain Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Sunday, October 12, 1924
Add to My HeroesJames Skelly
Officer James Skelly was shot and killed after responding to a report of a burglary in progress at a local department store.
When the officers arrived, they confronted the suspect and identified themselves. The man immediately opened fire, striking Officer Skelly in the chest three times.
The man was convicted of Officer Skelly's murder and hanged in 1926.
Officer Skelly had been employed with the New Britain Police Department for 17 years.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed in 1926
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View all 13 ReflectionsOfficer Skelly,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New Britain. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
October 12, 2024
