Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, December 27, 1851
William Baker
Police Officer William Baker was killed while assisting at the scene of a large fire at the intersection of 6th Street and Chestnut Street. Officer Baker was attempting to rescue several people and remove property from a burning building when a portion of it collapsed, trapping them inside.
The remains of Officer Baker and a prominent citizen were recovered the following day.
Officer Baker was survived by his wife. He is buried in Saint John the Evangelist Church Cemetery in Philadelphia.
Bio
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Incident Details
- Cause Fire
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsOfficer Baker,
On today, the 164th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Philadelphia.
R.I.P.
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