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Policeman William J. Boyd, Jr. | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Policeman

William J. Boyd, Jr.

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Wednesday, May 12, 1920

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Assault

Incident Date: 5/12/1920

Weapon: Person

Suspect: Charged with Murder

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Officer Boyd died after he was kicked during a scuffle with two men who had been harassing girls at a carnival at 22nd and Vine streets. The girls called police and Officer Boyd and two other officers responded. Two brothers fought the officers and kicked Officer Boyd in the ribs. He died of internal injuries. The brothers were arrested and charged with murder.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 92nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
May 12, 2012

 

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