Saratoga Springs Police Department, New York
End of Watch Sunday, January 27, 1957
Add to My HeroesFrederick E. Pettit
Patrolman Pettit was killed while assisting the local fire department at the scene of a major fire in the city's downtown district. He was standing with the fire chief and assistant fire chief when an explosion occurred inside one of the burning building. The explosion blew a large number of bricks onto the three, killing Patrolman Pettit and injuring the other two.
Patrolman Pettit had served with the agency for 14 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 4
Incident Details
- Cause Fire
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsFred was my great uncle. Him and my grandfather where brothers. They where both Patrolmen for Saratoga. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice.
The Pettit Family.
Would like to meet Fred the 3rd
Ronald Pettit
December 19, 2019
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