East St. Louis Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, March 25, 1951
Add to My HeroesEarl V. Anderson
Patrolman Earl Anderson was killed in an automobile crash at the intersection of Columbia Place and State Street while he and his partner responded to a call involving a man brandishing a gun.
Patrolman Anderson was ejected from the vehicle when it was struck by another car and pushed into a bus.
Patrolman Anderson had served with the East St. Louis Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Patrolman Anderson. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
May 5, 2012
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