Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, September 20, 1924
Add to My HeroesLlewellyn A. Lowther
Patrolman Llewellyn Lowther was killed in a motorcycle crash in the town of North Adams around 1:00 a.m.
He was returning to the barracks after patrolling when he lost control of his motorcycle, trying to avoid hitting a skunk in the road. After turning a corner, he skidded off the highway and landed in a yard. He was transported to Plunkett Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Patrolman Lowther was a United States Army WWI veteran and had served with the Massachusetts State Police for two years. He was survived by his wife, three brothers, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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View all 19 ReflectionsPatrolman Lowther, it has been 100 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your military and 2 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Massachusetts.
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