Bradenton Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Monday, February 5, 1934
Add to My HeroesSteve R. Bennett
Police Officer Steve Bennett succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle at the intersection of 8th Avenue West and 14th Street West. The impact pushed his vehicle 63 feet and he was ejected from the patrol car.
Police Officer Bennett served with the Bradenton Police Department for 10 years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Sunday, February 4, 1934
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