U.S. Army · United States 
James Burns
1941
James William Burns served the U.S. Army.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Officer Burns was shot and killed by his brother-in-law at a home on Union Street when he responded to a domestic disturbance. His partner was also shot and wounded. After a shootout with other officers on the scene the suspect was arrested. The 36-year-old suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to life. Officer Burns was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Bristol Police Department for 20 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, two daughters, mother and eight siblings.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
Bristol Police Department
Patrol Officer
In Our Keeping
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