Scranton Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, January 23, 1937
Add to My HeroesWilliam W. Harmer
Patrolman William Harmer was killed in a motorcycle accident while on patrol at North Washington Avenue and Ash Street at 5:10 pm.
Patrolman Harmer had served with the Scranton Police Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, January 22, 1937
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsYou were my great grandfather. I was raised by my grandparents, your daughter and her husband. Thank you for your service, Granny was amazing because of you and I'm so thankful.
Addi
Great gaffes granddaughter
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