Police Officer Norman C. Philbrick

Police Officer Norman C. Philbrick

Auburn Police Department, Maine

End of Watch Thursday, July 7, 1949

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Norman C. Philbrick

Police Officer Norman Philbrick was directing traffic at the scene of a major structure fire in Auburn when he was struck following the collision of two fire trucks in the intersection of Main Street and Court Street.

The force was so great that the handgun Officer Philbrick was wearing was bent to nearly a ninety-degree angle. To this day, the gun is mounted on a plaque at the police department as a memorial to Officer Philbrick. His badge number was also retired in his honor.

Officer Philbrick had served with the Auburn Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.

Bio

  • Age 30
  • Tour 2 years
  • Badge 17

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle

directing traffic

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Officer Philbrick,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Auburn. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 7, 2024

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