Swampscott Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, August 18, 1952
Add to My HeroesJoseph Howard Doane
Patrolman Joseph Doane was assaulted and killed while on patrol. He was assaulted while trying to break up a fight at the New Ocean House hotel. He was kicked and suffered a ruptured spleen.
Patrolman Doane was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII and had served with the Swampscott Police Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Doane Bridge, which carries the Danvers Road across the railroad tracks from Essex Street, was named in his memory.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
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