Joseph Maguire
- Died:
- 23 May 1921
- Age:
- 28
- Rank:
- Constable
- Force:
- Royal Irish Constabulary
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
Roll of Honour Citation
Killed when his patrol was ambushed by terrorists at Skirdagh, four miles north-east of Newport, County Mayo.
Police Memorial Tribute
Killed during a gun battle with terrorists when his patrol of eighteen RIC officers, commanded by a District Inspector, was ambushed at Skirdagh, four miles north-east of Newport, County Mayo.
The terrorists were entrenched in a strong position and were only routed when a large military force arrived.
