Sergeant Thomas Madigan

Sergeant Thomas Madigan

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Tuesday, November 3, 1931

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Thomas Madigan

Sergeant Madigan was killed when he fell from the running board of a taxicab at West 149th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.

Sergeant Madigan was on reserve election duty and jumped on the running board of a taxi. He directed the driver to bring him to the precinct. During the trip, the taxi made an abrupt stop, and Sergeant Madigan was thrown to the ground. He suffered a fractured skull.

Sergeant Madigan was transported to Columbus Hospital where succumbed to his injuries.

He was assigned to the 30th Precinct.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge 193

Incident Details

  • Cause Accidental

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Sgt. Madigan,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 3, 2021

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