Patrolman Frederick G. Mercer

Patrolman Frederick G. Mercer | Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
Patrolman Frederick G. Mercer

Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Thursday, September 20, 1923

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Frederick G. Mercer

Patrolman Fred Mercer was killed in a motorcycle accident on the Charles River Parkway, at the intersection with Western Avenue, in Cambridge.

He was attempting to stop a speeding motorist when a truck turn into his path, causing him to collide with it. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries several hours later.

Patrolman Mercer had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, son, five brothers.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour 12 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Motorcycle crash
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Patrolman Mercer, it has been 100 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

September 20, 2023

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