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John Daley

Case from Hartford, CT dated Jul 29, 1977

Victim Details

John F. Daley

Male

White / Caucasian

Hartford

CT

1977-07-29

29

John

Daley

08/05/2026

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John Daley, a 29-year-old White/Caucasian male, was a dedicated police officer with the Hartford Police Department for nearly seven years. On the afternoon of July 29, 1977, he was on duty, responding to a call about a man armed with a shotgun at a residence on Lyme Street. The situation was tense, and officers were taking strategic positions to address the threat.

As Officer Daley sought cover, a tragic accident occurred. While moving, he tripped on a curb, causing his service revolver t ...
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    It's been decades since Officer John F. Daley's tragic passing, but I still find myself deeply moved... ...Read More
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