Middletown Police Department, New York
End of Watch Sunday, November 3, 1918
James Ivan Broughton
Officer Broughton succumbed to injuries sustained one week earlier in a motorcycle accident while pursuing a violator on Academy Avenue. He was sent home to recuperate and contracted pneumonia as a result of his injuries.
Officer Broughton had served with the Middletown Police Department for 1 year. He was survived by his expectant wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 12
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Sunday, October 27, 1918
- Weapon Automobile; Motorcycle
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsToday we celebrate the life and sacrifice of Officer James Broughton for his service to his communty. May his descendants remember him for the man he was. Today is 100 years since his passing.
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