Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, May 29, 1974
Add to My HeroesPaul John Gillen
Commander Paul Gillen was killed in a police helicopter crash during a training exercise. He was the highest ranking member of his agency to be killed in the line of duty.
Commander Gillen was a U.S Navy veteran of WWII and had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 25 years.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 25 years
- Badge 6435
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsCmdr. Gillen,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 29, 2024
