Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, August 21, 1872
Add to My HeroesLewis H. Lare
Policeman Lare succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained 5 days earlier when he was shot at the intersection of Broad Street and Chestnut Street. The suspect was convicted of Policeman Lare's murder and sentenced to 6.5 years in prison.
Policeman Lare was assigned to the 5th District. He is a U.S. Civil War Veteran having served as a private with the Spear's Independent Company, Pennsylvania Militia Infantry, (Philadelphia City Police). He is buried in Machpelah Cemetery, Philadelphia.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 224
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, August 16, 1872
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 6.5 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsYou will always be remembered. Thank you for your service, not only in the capacity of a Police officer, but also as a soldier during the Civil War, where I'm sure you experienced horror beyond comprehension. Rest easy sir.
P/O CJ
Philadelphia PD
October 14, 2020
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