Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch: Thursday, April 10, 1975
Age: 33
Tour of Duty: 9 years
Badge Number: 2651
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: March 23, 1975
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Arrested
Police Officer Alan Lewin died from injuries suffered when he was struck by a hit-run driver on March 23rd, 1975, as he was getting into his patrol car on 22nd Street, near Lehigh Avenue.
The 27-year-old subject later surrendered and was charged with Hit and Run and involuntary manslaughter.
Officer Lewin had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for nine years and had previously served with the United States Navy. He is survived by his wife and two sons.