Santa Monica Police Department mourns the passing of former Chief of Police James F. Keane
February 22, 2016 11:04 AM
Santa Monica, CA – The Santa Monica Police Department mourns the passing of former Chief of Police James F. Keane.
Chief Keane, a long-time Santa Monica resident, died unexpectedly during an afternoon outing on Friday, February 19, 2016.
Chief Keane retired from the Police Department in September 1991 after serving the City for 34 years beginning in 1957. Chief Keane was appointed to the Police Department’s top executive position in January 1979; he served as the City’s 14th Chief of Police until his retirement.
Chief Keane is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, his daughters Lisa, Karen and Kathleen (a retired SMPD lieutenant) and grandkids Devin and Maya. Information regarding memorial services will be forthcoming.
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