Milwaukee Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Tuesday, August 22, 1916
Add to My HeroesCharles William Gudgell
Police Officer Charles Gudgell was struck and killed by an automobile as he was directing traffic at 8th Street and Grand Avenue.
The 18-year-old driver said he became confused at Officer Gudgell's signals and in trying to pass another vehicle ran over the officer. Officer Gudgell, whose chest was crushed, died at the scene. The driver was charged with manslaughter.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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