McCandless Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Monday, January 8, 1973
Albert William Devlin
Patrolman Albert Devlin was killed during a vehicle pursuit. He was pursuing a stolen car which had tried to run him down. The suspect vehicle ran him off the road into a utility pole.
The 19 year-old driver was apprehended and charged with Patrolman Devlin's murder. On June 27, 1973, he was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to one to 3 years in prison.
Patrolman Devlin had served with the agency for 6 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and three sons.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 12
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Sentenced to 3 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsA Hero now in Heaven, always remembered and never forgotten.
Kim Weigand Mom of Sgt. Mike Weigand
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January 8, 2015
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