New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, October 18, 1918
Add to My HeroesDaniel A. McAllister
Patrolman Daniel McAllister died as a result of complications of influenza while in the performance of his assigned duties during the Influenza Pandemic.
He was assisting the victims of the pandemic when he started to feel ill at the end of his shift. Patrolman McAllister was unable to report to duty the next day and took a sick day to recover. His condition continued to worsen, and he developed pneumonia. He died due to complications at his home four days later.
Patrolman McAllister served with the New York City Police Department for five years and was attached to the Bedford Avenue Station. He was a widower and had no immediate family.
Effects of Spanish Flu on Law Enforcement
From 1918 to early 1919, the Spanish Flu pandemic infected an estimated 500 million people worldwide—about one-third of the planet’s population—and killed approximately 675,000 Americans. Many officers contracted this virus due to the requirements of their job.
The names of every officer who died in the line of duty from the Spanish Flu will likely never be known, but ODMP researchers continue to uncover new cases as part of our mission to never forget the fallen.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Sunday, October 13, 1918
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsPatrolman McAllister,
On today, the 106th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
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