Night Policeman William Baker
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Friday, December 26, 1851

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

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Fire
Date of Incident: Friday, December 26, 1851
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Policeman Baker was killed while assisting at the scene of a large fire at the intersection of 6th Street and Chestnut Street. Policeman Baker was attempting to rescue several people and remove property from a burning building a portion of it collapsed, trapping them inside.

The remains of Policeman Baker and a prominent citizen were recovered the following day.

Policeman Baker was survived by his wife.