Bio & Incident Details
Age: 33
Tour: 5 years
Badge # 717
Cause: Vehicle pursuit
Incident Date: 10/9/1942
Weapon: Not available
Suspect: Not available
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Motorcycle Policeman Byron Todd was killed in a motorcycle accident in the 2800 block of Brookside Avenue while in pursuit of a motorist.
Policeman Todd lost control of his motorcycle when it struck an unused streetcar rail, causing him to skid 75 feet and being thrown to the pavement suffering a skull fracture. Policeman Todd died a short time later at a local hospital.
Policeman Todd had served with the Indianapolis Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife and 8-year-old son.
