Niagara Falls Police Department, New York
End of Watch Tuesday, November 5, 1929
Add to My HeroesLeon L. Prudent
Patrolman Leon Prudent was killed when he fell from the running board of an automobile and suffered a fractured skull.
He was responding to a disturbance call when he fell near the 3000 block of Highland Avenue.
Patrolman Prudent had served with the Niagara Falls Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsPatrolman Prudent,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Niagra Falls.
R.I.P.
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