Braddock Borough Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Sunday, October 5, 1947
Benjamin Harrison Manson
Patrolman Benjamin Manson succumbed to injuries sustained six days earlier when his patrol car was struck by a train at the 8th Street railroad crossing.
He and the borough's maintenance foreman were going to a warehouse at the foot of 8th Street when the accident occurred. The maintenance foreman was killed in the collision while Patrolman Manson suffered critical injuries. He was transported to Braddock Hospital where he remained until passing away.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Incident Date Tuesday, September 30, 1947
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsPatrolman Manson,
Sir, it has taken over 66 years but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Braddock Borough. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Bordef Patrol
December 30, 2013
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