Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Sunday, February 3, 1935
Add to My HeroesRoy William Freiss
Patrolman Roy Freiss was killed while directing traffic at the south end of the Smithfield Street Bridge when a drunk driver struck him and dragged him for over 100 feet.
He was pronounced dead on arrival at the South Side Hospital.
Patrolman Freiss had previously served with the United States Army during World War I. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 8 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsI never got to know my grandfather that was taken away from his family, my father was only five when this Cowardly tragedy happened and never grew up having a father. RIP Pap
Roy W FREISS
Grandson
February 3, 2021
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