Lewes Police Department, Delaware
End of Watch Sunday, August 13, 1939
Add to My HeroesCharles Wilson Futcher, Sr.
Patrolman Charles Futcher succumbed to injuries sustained eight days earlier when he was involved in an automobile accident during a pursuit on Savannah Road.
His patrol car was struck by another vehicle during the pursuit. He was treated at the hospital and released the same day. He returned home where he collapsed eight days later.
Patrolman Futcher had served with the Lewes Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Saturday, August 5, 1939
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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