Decatur Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, April 8, 1911
Add to My HeroesCharles Willard Masterson
Officer Charles Masterson was struck and killed by a train at the railroad crossing on North Union Street.
He and three other men were riding on a horse drawn carriage, responding to a domestic disturbance call at the time of the accident. As they began crossing the railroad tracks, they observed a fast approaching train. Fearing the wagon would be struck by the train, Officer Masterson jumped off, but fell into the path of the train. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries approximately one hour later.
Officer Masterson had served with the Decatur Police Department for two years.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Masterson's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 10-13-16 to honor him.
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