Reading Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, May 11, 1905
Add to My HeroesCharles F. Finn
Patrolman Charles Finn was shot and killed while chasing three men he caught burglarizing a grain store near the intersection of Ninth Street and Franklin Street at 2:30 a.m.
When he witnessed the suspects fleeing from the flour and feed store of Strunk & Moyer, he began to chase the three men when one suddenly turned and shot him in the abdomen with a revolver. Patrolman Finn succumbed to his wound 11 hours later.
The suspect was later apprehended, convicted of murder, and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Patrolman Finn had served with the Reading Police Department for two years. He was survived by his mother and siblings.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsPatrolman Finn,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Reading.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 11, 2025
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