Patrolman Thomas Lynch
New York Municipal Police Force
New York
End of Watch: Thursday, September 27, 1849

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Assault
Date of Incident: Saturday, July 22, 1848
Weapon Used: Blunt object; Pipe
Suspect Info: Not available

Patrolman Lynch was struck in the head 11 times with an iron pipe after responding to a large dispute and assault in front of 16 Dover Street. Patrolman Lynch passed in and out of consciousness until he died 14 months later from his injuries.

Patrolman Lynch was assigned to the 4th Patrol District, the present day 1st Precinct.