Patrolman Harry P. Brown, Reno Police Department, Nevada

Patrolman Harry P. Brown

Reno Police Department, Nevada

End of Watch Tuesday, September 26, 1905

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Harry P. Brown

Patrolman Harry Brown succumbed to injuries sustained six weeks earlier when he was kicked in the face while attempting to arrest a man for drunkenness. It took another officer and three men to subdue the suspect and take him to jail. He was booked as a "John Doe" because he was so intoxicated no one could understand what he said his name was.

The injury to his face resulted in Patrolman Brown contracting blood poisoning. His condition continued to deteriorate until he passed away on September 26, 1905.

Patrolman Brown was survived by his wife and children.

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Age 58
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Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Saturday, August 12, 1905
Weapon Person
Offender Arrested

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Patrolman Brown,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Reno.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 26, 2025