Detective Sergeant Francis P. Baker

Detective Sergeant Francis P. Baker | New York City Police Department, New York
New York City Police Department, New York
Detective Sergeant Francis P. Baker

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Sunday, April 22, 1923

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Francis P. Baker

Detective Sergeant Francis Baker was killed when his car struck a pole on West 240th Street and Broadway in Manhattan.

Sergeant Baker was pursuing a stolen vehicle and swerved to avoid another vehicle that was in his path. He struck a pole and was seriously injured. He was taken to the Fordham Hospital where he died seven days later from a fractured skull.

Sergeant Baker was survived by his parents, brother, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 27
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Incident Date Sunday, April 15, 1923
  • Weapon Not available
  • Offender Not available

single vehicle crash, vehicle pursuit

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Det. Sgt. Baker,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

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April 22, 2023

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