Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, January 31, 1930
Add to My HeroesThomas E. Lawry
Corporal Lawry was killed when a reckless driver who was driving on the wrong side of the road struck his patrol motorcycle. The suspect was arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Corporal Lawry was a veteran of the Pennsylvania National Guard and had served with the Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol for six and a half years and was survived by his mother.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 3 years, 4 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with involuntary manslaughter
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View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace always knowing that no passage of time can ever erase your service and sacrifice.
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