Providence Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Tuesday, December 26, 1916
Add to My HeroesJames P. Cavanaugh
Patrolman Cavanaugh succumbed to injuries sustained several weeks earlier when his horse slipped on ice, throwing him to the ground. The accident occurred on Manton Avenue.
Patrolman Cavanaugh was assigned to the Mounted Command and had been with the agency for nine years.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Animal related
- Incident Date Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsPatrolman Cavanaugh,
On today, the 95th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Providence. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 26, 2021
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