Policeman Thomas J. McErlane
Philadelphia Police Department
Pennsylvania

End of Watch: Thursday, July 4, 1935
Cause: Struck by vehicle

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

 
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