East Orange Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch: Saturday, February 4, 1905
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Duty related illness
Date of Incident: January 20, 1905
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Policeman Andrew Carlson died after contracting pneumonia as the result of prolonged exposure to a blizzard.
He had reported to duty during the blizzard and set out on his beat despite being advised by supervisors to stay at the station. His beat area had recently seen several burglaries and arsons and Patrolman Carlson was determined to arrest the offenders. He returned home after his shift and immediately collapsed. His condition continued to deteriorate and he contracted pneumonia, which caused his death.
Policeman Carlson was survived by his wife.