Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Tuesday, December 29, 1891
Add to My HeroesElmer E. Findley
Policeman Elmer Findley was shot and instantly killed by an 18-year-old man he had caught in the act of breaking and entering a store at Fourth Street and Commerce Street. Another policeman was shot in the arm by the subject, who was later captured.
The suspect was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 12 years in prison February 27th, 1893.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 1 year, 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 12 years
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