Robinson Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, June 29, 1972
Add to My HeroesWilliam Benton Mays
Lieutenant Ted Mays responded to a disturbance call where suspects were fighting in a local bar on Beaver Grade Road. As Lieutenant Mays tried to quell the disturbance, he fell to the ground with a fatal heart attack.
Lieutenant Mays had served with the Robinson Township Police Department for 17 years. He was survived by his wife, four sons, two daughters, and 13 grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 68
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsLt. Mays,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Robinson Township. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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