Greenwich Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Friday, May 17, 1929
Add to My HeroesWilliam J. Robbins
Officer William Robbins succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle accident three days earlier at the intersection of Boston Post Road and Maple Avenue.
He was on patrol when an automobile approaching from the opposite direction attempted to make a left-hand turn in front of Officer Robbins and he crashed into the vehicle. He was transported to Greenwich Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
He was a United States Army veteran. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Tuesday, May 14, 1929
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View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Robbins, it has been 94 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your military and years of law enforcement service.
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