Policeman John J. Watson
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Monday, April 18, 1927

Biographical Info
Age: 60
Tour of Duty: 35 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Exposure to toxins
Date of Incident: Monday, April 18, 1927
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer Watson died after inhaling illuminating gas while rescuing two victims from their home on Robinson Street.

Officer Watson had served with the agency for 35 years. He was survived by his wife and six children.