John Alister Mackinnon DCM MM

Died:: 15 April 1921
Age:: 32
Rank:: District Inspector
Force:: Royal Irish Constabulary
Cause:: Homicide - Shot
Duty Status:: Off Duty

Roll of Honour Citation

Shot and fatally wounded in a terrorist ambush while he was playing golf.

Police Memorial Tribute

Died from his wounds about 45 minutes after being shot by several terrorists concealed in a hedge, some 15 yards away, while he and a Cadet from his Command were playing golf at the Tralee Links. He was a holder of the Distinguished Conduct Medal and Military Medal.