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

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

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.