St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, February 16, 1920
Add to My HeroesEdward F. Dwyer
Sergeant Edward Dwyer succumbed to injuries received three days earlier when his horse fell on him at Clayton and Oakland Avenues.
The horse became frightened by a passing automobile and reared back, falling over, and pinning Sergeant Dwyer.
Sergeant Dwyer had been with the agency for 11 years and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Animal related
- Incident Date Friday, February 13, 1920
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsSgt. Dwyer,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of St. Louis.
R.I.P.
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