Deputy Keeper George Harrison

Deputy Keeper George Harrison | New Jersey Department of Corrections, New Jersey
New Jersey Department of Corrections, New Jersey
Deputy Keeper George Harrison

New Jersey Department of Corrections, New Jersey

End of Watch Sunday, May 4, 1924

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George Harrison

Deputy Keeper George Harrison succumbed to injuries sustained five months earlier when he fell against a bunk at the convict road camp in West Portal, New Jersey.

The fall caused him to suffer a compound fracture of the arm. He later suffered a fatal embolism as a result of the injury.

Deputy Keeper Harrison was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 50
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Duty related illness
  • Incident Date Thursday, December 6, 1923
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George,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of New Jersey. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border PatrolRetired)

May 4, 2024

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