Cambridge Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, November 3, 1951
Add to My HeroesAlbert Gustave Eckart
Patrolman Albert Eckart was killed after being thrown from the back of an ambulance at the intersection of Prospect Street and Harvard Street.
He was escorting a patient to the hospital during a snow storm when the accident occurred.
Patrolman Eckart had been in law enforcement for nine years. He served as a Military Policeman in the U.S. Army during WWII before returning to duty for Cambridge. He was survived by his wife, parents, and several brothers.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman Eckart, it has been 72 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 military and law enforcement service.
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