Patrolman Robert D. Stewart

Patrolman Robert D. Stewart

Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Saturday, February 8, 1913

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Robert D. Stewart

Patrolman Robert Stewart succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when he was thrown from his horse on Hillside Street in Milton. He was patrolling the Blue Hill Reservation at approximately 4:30 pm when the incident occurred.

Another patrolman found Patrolman Stewart against a stone wall suffering from a fractured skull. He was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital where he remained until succumbing to his injuries.

Patrolman Stewart had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for three years and had previously served as a member of the Boston Fire Department. He was survived by his wife, seven children, parents, and several siblings.

Bio

  • Age 36
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Animal related

mounted patrol

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Patrolman Stewart,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Massachusetts when you served with the MDC Police. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 8, 2023

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