Poughkeepsie City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Thursday, September 25, 1969
Add to My HeroesRaymond Cleveland
Patrolman Raymond Cleveland suffered a fatal heart attack while escorting a woman to jail from a local tavern.
The woman was able to slip out of her handcuffs near 385 Main Street and kicked him. He collapsed while trying to subdue the woman.
The woman was charged with assault, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest.
Patrolman Cleveland had served with the Poughkeepsie Police Department for 27 years. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, six grandchildren, and five siblings.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 27 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 6, 2022
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