Policeman Mathew P. McDonagh
Los Angeles Police Department
California

End of Watch: Sunday, December 16, 1923
Cause: Struck by train

Biographical Info
Age: 28
Tour of Duty: 3 years
Badge Number: 468

Policeman McDonagh was killed when his police motorcycle was struck a train in downtown Los Angeles.

Policeman McDonagh had served with the agency for 3 years and was survived by his expectant wife. Policeman McDonagh's son, grandson, and great-grandson all went on to serve with the Los Angeles Police Department.

 
Photograph: Policeman Mathew P. McDonagh

Patch image: Los Angeles Police Department, California

Visit Policeman McDonagh's memorial at www.ODMP.org