South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, June 9, 1932
Add to My HeroesWilliam Pierre Lancaster
Patrolman William Lancaster succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he was involved in a motorcycle accident while on patrol in Florence County.
He suffered fatal injuries when his motorcycle struck a horse-drawn buggy.
Patrolman Lancaster had served with the South Carolina Highway Patrol for only 6 months. He was survived by his wife, whom he had married only 10 days before the accident.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Wednesday, June 8, 1932
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPatrolman Lancaster,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of South Carolina.
R.I.P.
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