Patrolman William Burmeister
Cleveland Police Department
Ohio
End of Watch: Sunday, October 20, 1935

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Motorcycle accident
Date of Incident: Sunday, October 20, 1935
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Charged with Manslaughter

Patrolman Burmeister was killed in a motorcycle accident while en route to to escort a funeral procession which had left Barberton and was making its way through Cleveland.

Patrolman Burmeister was travelling southbound on East 131st Street. As he attempted to pass Gay Street, a truck ran a stop sign and pulled out in front of him and he hit the side of the truck head first. Patrolman Burmeister suffered a broken neck from the impact and was transported to St. Luke's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Patrolman Burmeister was survived by his wife, two daughters, and son.