Michigan Central Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Tuesday, November 8, 1910
Add to My HeroesE. William Hendricks
Special Officer William Hendricks was struck and killed by Pere Marquette Railroad engine No. 10 while patrolling the Pere Marquette Railroad yards in Detroit, Michigan.
He was struck approximately 750 feet west of the Junction Avenue railroad crossing.
Officer Hendricks had served with the Michigan Central Railroad for three months and also served with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. He was survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Location Michigan
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsOfficer Hendricks,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer.
R.I.P.
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