Watertown Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Friday, January 27, 1933
Add to My HeroesEdward F. Ryan
Constable Edward Ryan died after being exposed to toxic fumes at a local oil company.
He had been assigned to patrol the oil company following a recent rash of burglaries. When another officer arrived the following morning to relieve him, he was found dead.
Constable Ryan had served with the Watertown Police Department for three years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Exposure to toxins
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsConstable Ryan,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Watertown. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 27, 2023
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