Norwich Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Friday, April 6, 1923
Add to My HeroesJohn H. Kane
Sergeant John Kane was electrocuted on Crescent Street, near the Park Congregational Church, after coming into contact with an electrical cable pole that had shorted out with 4,000 volts.
He was investigating the death of a teenager who had also been killed after coming into contact with the cable pole.
Sergeant Kane was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Electrocuted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsSgt. Kane,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Norwich.
R.I.P.
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