Detective Joseph P. McGinn

Detective Joseph P. McGinn | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania Detective Joseph P. McGinn | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Detective Joseph P. McGinn | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Detective Joseph P. McGinn | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Detective Joseph P. McGinn

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Sunday, October 3, 1920

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Joseph P. McGinn

Detective Joseph McGinn was shot to death during a raid on a gambling den at 816 Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. As the detectives raided the establishment 10 masked gunmen entered and attempted to rob it.

Detective McGinn, who was on vacation, had volunteered for the assignment.

His killer was identified, arrested, and executed in the electric chair on February 22nd, 1922.

Detective McGinn was a 23-year veteran of the force. He was survived by his wife, son, and mother.

Bio

  • Age 46
  • Tour 23 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Executed in 1932

gambling, robbery

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Det. McGinn,
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 Philadelphia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

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United States Border Patrol

October 3, 2020

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