John Macleod
- Died:
- 04 September 1952
- Age:
- 31
- Rank:
- Police Constable
- Force:
- City of Glasgow Police
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- John Macleod received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Roll of Honour Citation
Shot and fatally wounded when he approached an armed man who was wanted for questioning. Posthumously awarded the Queen’s Commendation for Brave Conduct.
Police Memorial Tribute
Shot in the chest and fatally wounded in Hyndland Road when, with a colleague who was also shot, he approached an armed man who was wanted for questioning about a bank theft and who, without warning, suddenly opened fire. Posthumously awarded the Queen’s Commendation for Brave Conduct.
