Policeman Charles J. Sheer, Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

Policeman Charles J. Sheer

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Monday, December 10, 1928

Charles J. Sheer

Policeman Charles Sheer was killed when he was crushed by a trolley while directing traffic at 9th and Walnut streets.

Policeman Sheer had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 20 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 47
Tour 20 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Struck by streetcar

directing traffic

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Officer Sheer,
On today, the 89th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of of Philadelphia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 10, 2017