JOHN HIPWELL
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Officer Rank: Patrolman
Memorial Panel: 29-W: 25
Department: New York City, New York, P.D.
End of Watch: October 9, 1866
Cause: SHOT
Age: 42
Years of Service: 29
Description: Patrolman Hipwell was on foot patrol when he observed a burglary in progress. Patrolman Hipwell announced his presence and instructed the suspects to put their hands up. Patrolman Hipwell was shot and killed by the suspects as he attempted to stop the burglary.
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