Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, June 23, 1887
George A. Jackson
Policeman George Jackson was killed when he was struck in the head by a cobble stone thrown by two men at the intersection of York Street and Beach Street.
Both men were tried and acquitted of his murder. Policeman Jackson was a U.S Army veteran of the Civil war.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 450
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Not available
- Weapon Blunt object; Rock
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Jackson,
On today, the 129th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Philadelphia.
R.I.P.
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