New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Sunday, June 17, 1923
Add to My HeroesCornelius P. Platt
Patrolman Cornelius Platt succumbed to injuries he sustained nine days earlier when he was thrown from his department motorcycle while pursuing a speeding vehicle on Merrick Road.
Patrolman Platt had served with the New York City Police Department for 17 years and was assigned to Motorcycle Squad 2, the present-day Highway 2. He was survived by his wife, son, three daughters, father, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, June 8, 1923
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsHe was my grandfather, my father's father. I never knew him but my dad's family used to talk about him a lot. They're all gone now. There are 3 grandchildren still alive. I want to thank everyone who has left a note here. He is not forgotten. I have made sure the next generation of the Platt line knows all about him and his heroic service. Nancy E Platt, granddaughter, December 16, 2024
Nancy E Platt
Granddaughter
December 16, 2024
