New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Sunday, June 17, 1923
Add to My HeroesCornelius P. Platt
Patrolman Cornelius Platt succumbed to injuries he sustained nine days earlier when he was thrown from his department motorcycle while pursuing a speeding vehicle on Merrick Road.
Patrolman Platt had served with the New York City Police Department for 17 years and was assigned to Motorcycle Squad 2, the present-day Highway 2. He was survived by his wife, son, three daughters, father, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, June 8, 1923
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsPatrolman Platt,
On today, the 100th 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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