Detective Frank J. McCartney
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Thursday, August 30, 1917

Biographical Info
Age: 31
Tour of Duty: 7 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, August 30, 1917
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Arrested and Charged with Murder

Detective McCartney was shot and killed when he attempted to arrest three men on burglary charges near 9th and Shunk streets in South Philadelphia. Detective McCartney was a seven-year veteran of the force. Three men were arrested and charged with murder.