East St. Louis Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, June 16, 1940
Add to My HeroesClare A. Fletcher
Patrolman Clare Fletcher was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of 26th Street and Bond Avenue while attempting to stop a speeding vehicle.
He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Patrolman Fletcher had served with the East St. Louis Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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