Hammond Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Sunday, May 16, 1937
Add to My HeroesGeorge Thomas Hanlon
Captain George Hanlon was directing traffic around an automobile accident when he was struck by a drunken driver and thrown 111 feet. He suffered fatal injuries as a result of the incident.
Captain Hanlon had served with the Hammond Police Department for over 36 years.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour 36 years, 4 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
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View all 7 ReflectionsTime may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
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