Chief of Police John Bigbee

Chief of Police John Bigbee | Cranston Police Department, Rhode Island
Cranston Police Department, Rhode Island
Chief of Police John Bigbee

Cranston Police Department, Rhode Island

End of Watch Friday, December 11, 1908

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John Bigbee

Chief of Police John Bigbee succumbed to injuries received while fighting a fire three months earlier.

The fire occurred at a farm down the street from his home. As he was assisting at the scene, he received a leg injury. The injury eventually caused blood poisoning, leading to his death.

Chief Bigbee had served in law enforcement for 30 years and was Cranston's first police chief. He was survived by his son.

Bio

  • Age 62
  • Tour 30 years
  • Badge 1

Incident Details

  • Cause Fire
  • Incident Date Tuesday, September 1, 1908
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Chief Bigbee, you gave your life going above and beyond what would be expected from you simply because you felt it was the right thing to do. You have my respect for not only your selfless act, but for your 30 years of service to the City of Cranston, a city I hold in my heart because of past associations.

God Bless you, Brother and may you forever Rest in Peace.

Officer Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

December 11, 2024

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