Cripple Creek Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Friday, August 23, 1940
Morris Dolan
Chief of Police Morris Dolan was killed after rushing into a burning rooming house in an attempt to rescue occupants.
It was later determined that the blaze was intentionally set by a Cripple Creek firefighter.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fire
- Weapon Arson
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 Reflections76 years ago today a man selflessly entered a burning building to try and save the lives of others and gave the ultimate sacrifice as a result.
Rest in peace my brother in blue.
Sergeant C.W. DeNovellis
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August 23, 2016
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