U.S. Army James McConkey
1977
James Joseph McConkey. James also served in the U.S. Army. James served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Police Officer James McConkey was shot and killed in downtown Fayetteville after a suspect was able to gain control of his service weapon. Officer McConkey was on foot patrol as a result of a recent rash of burglaries in the area. He approached three suspicious men and a struggle ensued in which he was shot. The 26-year-old subject turned himself in the following morning. The suspect was convicted of manslaughter and armed robbery and sentenced to life. The suspect, who has 155 infractions including escape, was still in prison on June 11, 2023. His release date is in 2054. Officer McConkey was a U.S. Army veteran.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, parents, and two brothers.
Service Record
1971 – 1974
U.S. Army
Conflicts
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Fayetteville Police Department
Police Officer
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