Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, November 19, 1906
Add to My HeroesWalter E. Harris
Patrolman Walter Harris succumbed to injuries sustained six months earlier when he was thrown from a horse-drawn patrol wagon at the intersection of Adams Street and Lincoln Street.
He suffered a fractured elbow and other internal injuries as a result of the fall. He passed away after undergoing a third unsuccessful operation.
Patrolman Harris had served with the Boston Police Department for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and 9-year-old daughter.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
- Incident Date Friday, May 11, 1906
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