Patrolman Walter E. Harris
Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, November 19, 1906
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Patrolman Walter Harris succumbed to injuries sustained six months earlier when he was thrown from a horse-drawn patrol wagon at the intersection of Adams Street and Lincoln Street.
He suffered a fractured elbow and other internal injuries as a result of the fall. He passed away after undergoing a third unsuccessful operation.
Patrolman Harris had served with the Boston Police Department for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and 9-year-old daughter.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
- Incident Date Friday, May 11, 1906
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