Policeman David Brooks
Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, April 8, 1910
Add to My HeroesDavid Brooks
Policeman David Brooks, a plainclothes policeman, was shot and killed by one of two robbery suspects who attempted to hold him up.
He was on his way to investigate the robbery of a saloon which had been held up, presumably, by the same men. When ordered to put his hands up, he was shot as he reached for his revolver. The suspects escaped.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender At large
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsOfficer Brooks,
On today, the 115th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 8, 2025
