Detective James Allen
Providence Police Department Rhode Island

End of Watch: April 16, 2005
Age:
50
Badge Number:
297
Years on The Job:
27
Cause of Death:
Shot and killed
Weapon used: Officers Service Weapon


Rhode Island police detective James Allen has killed while questioning a potential suspect. The veteran detective was shot with his own weapon. Detective James Allen was questioning Estenban Carpio 26, as part of a stabbing investigation when Carpio grabbed the detective's gun and shot him. Carpio broke a 3rd story window and jumped out onto the service road that borders the building.

Carpio was apprehended a few blocks away after a struggle. He was taken to a hospital with injuries to his leg, arm and head, and was later released into police custody.

Allen was pronounced dead at Rhode Island Hospital a short time after the shooting. He was married and had two daughters.


Agency Information:
Providence Police Department
325 Washington Street
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: 401-272-3121


 

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I send my deepest condolences to the friends, the family, of Det. James Allen. May you find strength in your faith, and know that others are grieving with you.

Christy Kuppler, NJ
katwoman@exit109.com

Date: 04/18/2005
Time: 03:14 PM



Our prayers are with the family

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net

Date: 04/17/2005
Time: 09:50 PM




My deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY




I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it is about the person next to you.

Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com



It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every" corner of the world who cares!

Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom



May your family find peace and strength.  I know how it feels to lose a family member in the line of duty.  My prayers are with you.  They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here and now they can all watch over us.

Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com




Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.

Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us



Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity. May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth


Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu



Rest in peace, and
may God allow him to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven.
Our prayers go out to the Officer's Department family and friends. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

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