Patrolman Harrison B. Wells

Patrolman Harrison B. Wells | Vincennes Police Department, Indiana
Vincennes Police Department, Indiana
Patrolman Harrison B. Wells

Vincennes Police Department, Indiana

End of Watch Tuesday, August 8, 1905

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Harrison B. Wells

Patrolman Harrison Wells was electrocuted when he came into contact with a live wire at the intersection of 12th Street and Harrison Street as he attempted to turn on an arc light as part of his duties of walking his beat.

Patrolman Wells was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

  • Age 40
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Electrocuted

electrocuted, foot patrol

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Patrolman Wells,
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 Vincennes.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 8, 2025

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