San Francisco Police Department, California
End of Watch: Monday, November 15, 1937
Age: 52
Tour of Duty: 30 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Automobile crash
Date of Incident: November 15, 1937
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Charged with reckless driving and neglig
Officer Cornelius Brosnan was killed when he was hit by an automobile at 21st Avenue and Geary Street while on duty. The driver was charged with reckless driving and negligent homicide.
Officer Brosnan served 30 years with the San Francisco Police Department. In 1917, he won Meritorious Service Recognition for his bravery.