Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Sunday, January 10, 1909
Add to My HeroesWilliam Mateer
Patrolman William Mateer drowned while attempting to rescue a fisherman who had fallen through the ice on Ponkapoag Pond in Canton.
The fisherman also drowned in the incident.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsPatrolman Mateer,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Massachusetts.
R.I..P.
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