Policeman Thomas J. McErlane
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Thursday, July 4, 1935

Biographical Info
Age: 43
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Struck by vehicle
Date of Incident: Saturday, June 30, 1934
Weapon Used: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect Info: Not available

Policeman McErlane died of injuries suffered June 30, 1934, when he was struck by a truck driven by a drunk driver at Delaware Avenue and Callowhill streets. Policeman McErlane was handling crowds celebrating the arrival of a Navy fleet. He was survived by his wife and two sons.