Scranton Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, January 23, 1937
Add to My HeroesWilliam W. Harmer
Patrolman William Harmer was killed in a motorcycle accident while on patrol at North Washington Avenue and Ash Street at 5:10 pm.
Patrolman Harmer had served with the Scranton Police Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, January 22, 1937
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsYou were my great grandfather. I was raised by my grandparents, your daughter and her husband. Thank you for your service, Granny was amazing because of you and I'm so thankful.
Addi
Great gaffes granddaughter
December 10, 2022
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