Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, November 28, 1931
Add to My HeroesWilliam L. Abbott
Patrolman William Abbott was killed when his police motorcycle struck a traffic pole while he was pursuing a stolen automobile.
Patrolman Abbott had served with the Boston Police Department for 10 years.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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