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Policeman John Chambers | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Policeman

John Chambers

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Monday, September 10, 1894

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/10/1894

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Apprehended

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Policeman Chambers was shot to death when he tried to arrest an ex-con in a house on Dauphin Street near 25th. The suspect fired down on Policeman Chambers from the top of a flight of stairs with a Navy Colt, striking him in the chest. Other officers dragged the suspect out of the house while a crowd shouted, "Lynch him!"

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 115th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

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September 22, 2009

 

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