Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington

Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington | Buffalo Police Department, New York Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington | Buffalo Police Department, New York
Buffalo Police Department, New York
Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington | Buffalo Police Department, New York
Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington | Buffalo Police Department, New York
Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington

Buffalo Police Department, New York

End of Watch Saturday, October 2, 1920

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Dennis J. Harrington

Patrolman Dennis Harrington succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck and killed by an automobile on Abbott Road in front of the Donner Street Steel plant.

The driver was driving slowly but did not see Patrolman Harrington crossing the street. Patrolman Harrington was transported to Emergency Hospital, where he died the next morning.

Charges against the driver were dismissed.

Patrolman Harrington had served with the Buffalo Police Department for five years and was assigned to Precinct 9. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

  • Age 32
  • Tour 5 years
  • Badge 522

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle
  • Incident Date Friday, October 1, 1920

foot patrol

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Today is the first time seeing this picture of my Great-Uncle Dennis. My maternal Grandmother, Rita Catherine Harrington (Filer), was his niece. He was one of many brothers (including my great grandfather, Robert) who were on the force.

I will be taking my dream trip to Ireland next month and my family research is what led me to this page. Looking forward to traveling back to where our Irish pride originated from.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Heather Victori (Linkowski)
Great-Niece

February 11, 2026

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