Patrolman John J. Gallagher

Patrolman John J. Gallagher | Boston Police Department, Massachusetts Patrolman John J. Gallagher | Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
Patrolman John J. Gallagher | Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
Patrolman John J. Gallagher | Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
Patrolman John J. Gallagher

Boston Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Friday, May 25, 1962

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John J. Gallagher

Patrolman John Gallagher was shot by a burglar at Shawmut Bank in Kenmore Square when responding to an alarm.

The subject ambushed Patrolman Gallagher in the basement and shot him once in the chest, and then in the knee. Patrolman Gallagher died at Beth Israel Hospital.

The man was sentenced to death, but the sentence was commuted to life in prison. He died while incarcerated.

Patrolman Gallagher had served with the Boston Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 33
  • Tour 7 years
  • Badge 1308

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Sentenced to death

burglary

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Officer Gallagher, it has been 62 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 7 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

May 26, 2024

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