Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Saturday, January 29, 1944
Add to My HeroesJoseph C. Waldsachs
Police Officer Joseph Waldsachs died after falling down a set of stairs while conducting a routine inspection of a movie theater at 1432 West Lafayette Avenue.
He suffered a skull fracture when he fell as he was exiting a projection booth after speaking to the theater manager. He was transported to West Baltimore General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Officer Waldsachs had served with the Baltimore Police Department for 25 years and was assigned to the Northwestern District.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 25 years, 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsOfficer Waldsachs,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Baltimore. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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