Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, January 31, 1930
Add to My HeroesThomas E. Lawry
Corporal Lawry was killed when a reckless driver who was driving on the wrong side of the road struck his patrol motorcycle. The suspect was arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Corporal Lawry was a veteran of the Pennsylvania National Guard and had served with the Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol for six and a half years and was survived by his mother.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 3 years, 4 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with involuntary manslaughter
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsCpl. Lawry,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Pennsylvania-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but also when you served with the PA National Guard as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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