Patrolman Charles Berry, Scranton Police Department, Pennsylvania

Patrolman Charles Berry

Scranton Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Tuesday, August 27, 1912

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Charles Berry

Patrolman Charles Berry succumbed to injuries sustained when he was attacked by a group of men while on patrol. He suffered severe internal injuries from which he never recovered.

He died as a result of his injuries at his home on August 27th, 1912.

No suspects were ever arrested in connection with his murder.

Patrolman Berry was a U.S. Army veteran and had served with the Scranton Police Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife and three sons.

He is buried in Cathedral Cemetery.

Bio

Age 37
Tour 9 years
Badge 46
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Tuesday, January 9, 1912
Weapon Person
Offender Never identified

ambush, foot patrol

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Patrolman Berry,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army.

R.I.P.
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August 27, 2022