United States of America

James P. Robbins

Died June 14, 1879

James P. Robbins.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
What Happened

Officer James Robbins died from injuries sustained three days earlier when he was struck in the head by an escaping prisoner. They were inside the jail when the 17 year old suspect hit him with a iron stove wrench and then escaped. The prisoner was recaptured six days later in Isleboro.

The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to prison on September 22, 1879. He was pardoned by Governor Haines on August 9, 1913.

Service Record
Also Served
Rockland Police Department
Police Officer
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 43W · Line 22 cut as JAMES P ROBBINS
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Police Officer Robbins served with the Rockland Police Department.

Thank you for your service to the Rockland community. Thank you for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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