Elizabeth Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, September 17, 1894
Add to My HeroesChristian F. Otto
Police Officer Christian Otto was electrocuted when he came in contact with a malfunctioning light pole at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pearl Street.
His body was found at approximately 2:30 am by a citizen at the base of the pole. Two citizens were also badly shocked when they came in contact with the same pole later in the day.
Officer Otto was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Electrocuted
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Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
September 17, 2020